The Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Rehabilitation Protocol by physiotherapist Andreas Bjerregaard is a practical, evidence-informed guide to the assessment, management and rehabilitation of MCL injuries in athletes and physically active individuals.
The ebook covers the functional anatomy and biomechanics of the MCL, common mechanisms of injury, clinical assessment, imaging, injury classification and expected recovery.
It provides guidance on weight-bearing, bracing and progressive loading for Grade I, II and III MCL injuries. Rather than relying solely on time after injury, the protocol uses a criterion-based approach in which progression is guided by symptoms, tissue healing, knee stability, movement quality and objective testing.
The rehabilitation programme is divided into four phases:
1. Early protection, symptom management and restoration of movement
2. Progressive strengthening, loading and valgus control
3. Return to running and plyometric loading
4. Change of direction, reactive agility and sport-specific preparation
The ebook also includes recommendations for outcome measures, strength assessment, functional testing, running progression and return-to-sport decision-making. A separate section discusses the management of combined ACL and MCL injuries.
The aim is to help clinicians and patients structure rehabilitation, restore the knee’s ability to tolerate valgus and rotational loading, and support a safe and progressive return to sport.
After purchasing the ebook, you will receive a digital copy by email.
Disclaimer
This ebook is intended as a general clinical guide and should not replace an individual assessment or rehabilitation plan developed by a qualified physiotherapist. Every MCL injury is different, and rehabilitation should be adapted according to injury severity, associated injuries, symptoms, functional goals and response to loading.
The protocol combines published research, clinical experience and AI-assisted writing and visual-design tools. It has not undergone formal peer review, and readers are encouraged to critically evaluate the recommendations and consult the references provided.
For questions or enquiries, please contact me by email.
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