Physical prognostic factors predicting outcome following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: protocol for a systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Injuries of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) are a common musculoskeletal complication and can cause significant reduction in patient function and quality of life. Many undergo ACL reconstruction, with high-quality rehabilitation key to successful outcome. Knowledge of physical prognostic factors, such as quadriceps strength, is crucial to inform rehabilitation and has important implications for outcome following ACL reconstruction. However, these factors predicting outcome are poorly defined. Therefore, the aim of this systematic review is to establish physical prognostic factors predictive of outcome in adults following ACL reconstruction. Outcome will be subdivided into two groups of outcome measures, patient-reported and performance-based. Physical prognostic f

SUBMITTER: Middlebrook A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7170562 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature