Early Stage
- Aim to:
- Eliminate swelling
- Return full knee motion
- Normalise daily movement
- Start strengthening
Mid Stage
- Aim to:
- Build leg strength
- Regain balance
- Return to running
Final Stage
- Aim to optimise:
- Strength
- Landing performance
- Hopping performance
- Change of direction
- Agility
Return to Play Decision: You may return to sport sooner than 9 months. Evidence suggests you have a lower risk of re-injury by waiting 9 months or more until you return to competitive sport.