Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction or Rehabilitation First. A Systematic Review of Recent Evidence and Clinical Implications

Name: Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction or Rehabilitation First. A Systematic Review of Recent Evidence and Clinical Implications
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By Tobias Giesen

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Research Paper (postgraduate) from the year 2025 in the subject Medicine - Orthopedy, grade: 1,0, , language: English, abstract: This systematic review analyzed studies published between 2020 and 2025 comparing early anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction with structured, rehabilitation-first management in adults. Across eight high-quality trials including over 1,600 participants, no clinically meaningful differences were found in functional outcomes, return-to-sport rates, or patient satisfaction after two to five years.
Early reconstruction showed slightly fewer re-ruptures and secondary meniscal injuries but did not improve long-term joint health or reduce osteoarthritis risk. The decisive factor for recovery was adherence to a well-structured rehabilitation program emphasizing neuromuscular control and psychological readiness.
Overall, early surgery should be reserved for patients with complex injuries or elite athletic demands. For most individuals, a rehabilitation-first approach achieves equivalent results with lower risks and costs. ACL management should therefore prioritize function, not fixation.

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Binding:: Paperback
Edition:: 1
Number of Pages:: 20
Release Date:: 2025-11-02
Publication Date:: 2025-11-02
Publisher:: GRIN Verlag
Languages:: Original: English
ISBN10:: 3389164073
ISBN13:: 9783389164075
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:: [email protected]
Weight:: 45 g
Height:: 14.8 cm
Width:: 21 cm
Thickness:: 0.2 cm

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