If you’re going through ACL surgery recovery, you know how overwhelming it can feel. When should you walk? When can you run again? Is swelling normal? Too many people are thrown into rehab with no clear ACL recovery plan. That’s where the HAMISH Protocol steps in. Created by ACL specialist Tilly Milverton, the HAMISH Protocol … Read more
ACL surgery recovery doesn’t start when you wake up from the operation — it starts long before. Surgery is a big step, but what most people don’t realise is this: it’s just the beginning. If you want to avoid long-term issues like stiffness, swelling, or never getting back to your sport, you need to go … Read more
ACL rehab timelines are everywhere online. ‘Run at 12 weeks,’ ‘Jump at 16,’ ‘Back to sport at 6 months.’ But here’s why that approach fails. ACL rehab timelines are everywhere online.“Run at 12 weeks.”“Start jumping at 16 weeks.”“Back to sport at 6 months.” You’ve probably seen advice like this floating around — or worse, been … Read more
If you are heading for ACL surgery, one of the biggest questions is which ACL graft is best. The graft you choose can completely change your recovery experience. While surgeons often have their preferences, this is your knee, your rehab, your sport, and your confidence. You should feel confident asking questions and making an informed … Read more
When professional footballer Scott Neville suffered his second ACL rupture, many assumed that a return to elite sport at age 36 would be impossible. But just 8.5 months later, he was back playing professional football in Australia and my Complete ACL Recovery Guide played a key role in that comeback. This case study shows how … Read more
Torn ACL But No Surgery — What Now? Do You Have to Have ACL Surgery? Not always. And anyone who tells you that you must get an ACL reconstruction the minute you tear it… probably isn’t looking at the full picture. I’ve worked with hundreds of ACLers — some with surgery, some without.And guess what? … Read more
Look down at your leg post-ACL surgery and the first thought is usually: “Where the hell did my quad go?”It happens fast. And it freaks people out — because the quad doesn’t just bounce back on its own. But here’s what most people don’t realise:Your quad isn’t lazy — it’s neurologically switched off. 🧠 Why … Read more
Let’s get one thing straight:A little ache is one thing — constant pain is another. If you’re 2–3 months post-op and still wincing when you walk or struggling to sleep because of knee pain, let me be honest with you:No, that’s not normal. I get messages daily from people saying things like: “My knee still … Read more
If you’ve been told to avoid the knee extension machine after ACL surgery, you’re not alone. It’s one of the most misunderstood movements in ACL rehab — often banned outright, without context. Patients hear phrases like: “It’s too much strain on the graft.”“Just stick to squats for now.”“That machine’s dangerous after surgery.” But here’s the … Read more
You’ve just had ACL surgery. You’re looking at your leg thinking, “Where’s my quad gone?”Honestly — that early quad shutdown catches everyone off guard. One of the best bits of kit to help with that in the early weeks?The Compex muscle stimulator. Here’s my honest take on whether it’s actually worth it — and how … Read more