ACL Rehabilitation in Miami
What is an ACL Injury?
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the key ligaments that stabilizes your knee joint. ACL injuries are common in sports that involve cutting, pivoting, or jumping, such as soccer, basketball, and football. These injuries often require rehabilitation—and in many cases, surgery—to restore strength, stability, and function to the knee.
At Impact Physical Therapy and Sports Performance, our ACL rehab specialists provide personalized treatment plans to help you regain mobility, build strength, and safely return to your sport or daily activities.
Common Symptoms of an ACL Tear
An ACL injury is often marked by:
✔️ A popping sound at the time of injury
✔️ Immediate swelling and instability in the knee
✔️ Difficulty bearing weight or walking
✔️ Pain, especially with bending or straightening the knee
✔️ Feeling like the knee may "give out"
If you’ve experienced any of these symptoms, early rehabilitation is crucial to ensure proper recovery.
How Impact Physical Therapy Helps ACL Rehabilitation
ACL rehab is a structured program designed to restore knee function, rebuild strength, and prevent re-injury. Our approach focuses on:
✅ Reducing Pain and Swelling – Early treatment includes gentle movement, ice, compression, and elevation to control inflammation.
✅ Restoring Range of Motion – Exercises focus on flexibility and mobility to prevent stiffness.
✅ Building Strength & Stability – Strengthening the quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, and core is essential for knee support and preventing re-injury.
✅ Neuromuscular Training – Balance and proprioception drills improve knee control during movement.
✅ Sport-Specific Drills – We incorporate agility, cutting, and jumping exercises to prepare for a safe return to play.
At Impact Physical Therapy, your ACL rehab journey will follow a progressive, research-based approach:
📆 Phase 1 (Weeks 0-4) – Pain & Swelling Control, Gentle Mobility Work
📆 Phase 2 (Weeks 4-12) – Strengthening, Balance Training
📆 Phase 3 (Weeks 12-20) – Advanced Strength, Agility, and Functional Drills, Return to Run
📆 Phase 4 (9+ Months) – Sport-Specific Training, Return to Play
Every recovery is different, so we tailor your rehab to your unique needs, sport, and goals.
Why Choose Impact Physical Therapy for ACL Rehab in Miami?
🏆 Expert Therapists – Our team specializes in sports rehab and injury prevention.
⚙️ Personalized Treatment Plans – We customize programs for athletes and active individuals.
💪 State-of-the-Art Facility – We use advanced rehab techniques to optimize your recovery.
🔄 Injury Prevention Focus – We teach proper movement mechanics to reduce future risk.