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.<\/p>\n
The ebook covers the functional anatomy and biomechanics of the MCL, common mechanisms of injury, clinical assessment, imaging, injury classification and expected recovery.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
The rehabilitation programme is divided into four phases:<\/p>\n
1. Early protection, symptom management and restoration of movement
\n2. Progressive strengthening, loading and valgus control
\n3. Return to running and plyometric loading
\n4. Change of direction, reactive agility and sport-specific preparation<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
After purchasing the ebook, you will receive a digital copy by email.<\/p>\n
Disclaimer
\nThis 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.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
For questions or enquiries, please contact me by email.<\/p>\n