This study compared four different hamstring strength tests after ACL reconstruction. It showed a 98% → 55% LSI, depending on test position and contraction type. Why the difference? Peak force/torque during the Biodex and NordBord tests typically occurs at lower…
Jump testing is commonly used during ACL rehabilitation to assess treatment progress and help guide return-to-sport (RTS) readiness. Limb symmetry indices (LSI) of ≥90% are commonly used as part of RTS testing, although jump performance should not be interpreted from…
How Strong Should You Be After ACL Reconstruction? New Reference Values Across Age and gender Strength testing is an important part of rehabilitation after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). Traditionally, clinicians have often compared the reconstructed limb with the uninvolved…
English When can I drive again after ACL reconstruction? 🚗🦵 This is a question I often get from patients after ACL surgery.We actually addressed this in the Aspetar Clinical Practice Guideline on Rehabilitation after ACLR, which I was fortunate to…
Eccentric Utilization Ratio (EUR) By Andreas Bjerregaard, MSc, Sports Physiotherapist (This blog post was created with input from AI.) Two athletes can jump exactly the same height, yet use completely different movement strategies to get there. One simple way to…
My Top Read of the Month: Do As I Say, Not As I Do”: Clinician Return to Run Criteria, First Run Characteristics, and Running Assessment Analysis After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Compared to the Literature—Insights From an International ACL Rehabilitation…
I’m proud to have played a small part in the new ESSKA–AOSSM–AASPT Formal EU-US ACL Rehabilitation Consensus, which was presented at the ESSKA Congress in Prague 20-22 May, 2026 Find a summary or the complete concensus report here: The Formal…
My Top Read of the Month: An Evidence-Based and Mechanistic Approach to Reducing the Risk of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury Collings TJ, Diamond LE, Barrett RS, et al. An Exercise and Sport Science Australia Position Statement. Sports Medicine. 2026. …
My Top Read of the Month: Five Vertical Jump Metrics Provide a Comprehensive Assessment of Recovery Following Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Dutaillis B, Collings T, Bellinger P, Timmins RG, Williams MD, Carey DL, Bourne MN. Physical Therapy in Sport. 2026;78:101897.…
✨ Two days ACL Workshop at Trimmen Fysioterapi ✨ Thank to David Aronsen for organising this weekend. I have known David for more than 10 years, since we started the IOC Diploma in Physical Therapy together back in 2015. David…
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