Functional Therapy for ACL Meniscal Repair
Functional therapy for ACL and meniscal repair in physiotherapy focuses on restoring optimal function and mobility following surgery for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and meniscal injuries.
This specialized rehabilitation program involves a combination of exercises, manual therapy, and functional training designed to improve strength, flexibility, balance, and proprioception.
The goal of functional therapy is to facilitate safe and effective return to sports and daily activities while minimizing the risk of re-injury.
The program is tailored to each individual’s specific needs, taking into account factors such as the type of surgery, severity of the injury, and overall fitness level.
At Human Care Physio, our experienced therapists provide comprehensive functional therapy programs to support patients throughout their recovery journey, helping them regain confidence, mobility, and function after ACL and meniscal repair surgery.
Advantages of Functional therapy for ACL and meniscal repair
- Specialized approach to rehabilitation
- Focuses on restoring optimal function post surgery
- Facilitates reinstating mobility following surgery
Unlike traditional rehabilitation programs, functional therapy targets specific deficits in strength, flexibility, balance, and proprioception that are common after ACL and meniscal injuries.
This tailored approach helps to address the underlying causes of dysfunction, reducing the risk of re-injury and promoting safe return to sports and daily activities.
Additionally, functional therapy emphasizes functional training, replicating real-life movements and activities to improve overall functional capacity and performance. With its comprehensive and individualized approach, functional therapy enables patients to regain confidence, mobility, and function more effectively, enhancing their overall recovery outcomes.
At Human Care Physio, our experienced therapists provide personalized functional therapy programs to support patients throughout their rehabilitation journey, optimizing their recovery and helping them return to their pre-injury level of activity.