ACL reconstruction is a surgical procedure to repair the anterior cruciate ligament in the knee. After surgery, a comprehensive rehabilitation plan led by a Physical Therapist in Dillon, MT is essential to regain knee strength and stability.

At OrthoRehab, our team delivers specialized rehabilitation after ACL reconstruction, typically blending supervised, structured, and measurable exercises with proven techniques to support recovery.

• Range of Motion – Therapy reduces stiffness and restores full knee movement, allowing you to bend and straighten naturally.
• Strength – Focused exercises rebuild leg muscles—especially the quadriceps and hamstrings—to support the repaired ACL and enhance function.
• Stability – Balance work and functional drills improve knee steadiness, lowering the chance of reinjury.
• Flexibility – Stretching increases flexibility in nearby muscles and tendons, promoting smooth, comfortable motion.
• Muscle Control – Neuromuscular training sharpens coordination and control for safer, more efficient movement in daily life and sports.

• Biodex Isokinetics: This rehabilitation equipment provides controlled resistance through movement, enabling precise, targeted exercise—especially valuable during ACL reconstruction rehab. Biodex Isokinetics helps build muscle strength, endurance, and control, all critical for recovery after ACL surgery.
• Blood Flow Restriction Therapy: Using the respected Delfi system, this technique employs a cuff to limit blood flow to a specific area during exercise. The temporary restriction increases metabolic demand in the muscle, which can enhance the rehabilitation process and help improve strength and muscle mass.

Your Physical Therapist will assess your knee to determine your current strength, range of motion, and stability. They’ll also talk through your goals and any concerns you may have.

Following the evaluation, your Physical Therapist will create a customized treatment plan tailored to your needs. This may include exercises to improve range of motion, strength, and stability, as well as techniques to manage pain and swelling. Biodex Isokinetics and Delfi Blood Flow Restriction may be incorporated as effective tools to enhance rehabilitation. Your Physical Therapist will monitor your progress, make adjustments as needed, and provide guidance on home exercises to support your recovery.