Are You Struggling with Knee Extension After ACL Surgery? If you’re months post-ACL surgery and still can’t fully straighten your knee, you might have heard the term Cyclops lesion. But here’s the truth: 9 out of 10 times, it’s NOT a Cyclops lesion—it’s just bad rehab. As an ACL rehab specialist, I’m seeing more and … Read more
When Should You Start Exercise After ACL Surgery? This is a question I don’t get as often as I used to—but still way too often. Too many people assume they need to wait until their two-week post-op check-up before doing anything. Sitting around, barely moving, and waiting for stitches to be removed? That’s a recipe … Read more
Full knee extension is way more Important than most people realise, we can’t get weeks down the line with out it I made this blog to help you navigate common challenges… Without full knee extension, several things happen that can really slow you down: Your gait will be way off. Walking without full extension … Read more
The One Elevation Tip That Could Transform Your Recovery Alright, let me let you in on a little secret that could seriously change your recovery journey. And honestly, I have NO idea why more clinicians don’t talk about this. Let’s talk about elevating your leg post-surgery. I know, it sounds simple, but the way you … Read more
Knee Crunching After ACL Surgery: What It Means and How to Address It So, if your knee’s crunching or popping after ACL surgery, you’re probably thinking, “Is this normal?” And the answer is—yeah, it usually is. What’s Going On? Knee crunching (or whatever sound it’s making) is totally common after surgery. Scar Tissue: After surgery, … Read more
When can you run post ACL Surgery Ah, the million-dollar question! You’ve been working hard on your ACL recovery, and now you’re wondering when you can get back to running. It’s a big milestone, but it’s not as simple as just hitting a certain month mark. I’ve even created an ACL Pre-Run Checklist to help … Read more
Recovering from ACL surgery can feel overwhelming at times. Trust me, I’ve seen it all—patients who feel lost, unsure of what to do next, or even tempted to rush back into activities before their body is ready. But let me assure you, it doesn’t have to be this way.
Let’s walk through what a successful ACL recovery should look like, step by step.