Functional Resistance Training to Improve Knee Strength and Function After Acute Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Case Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Thigh muscle weakness after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) can persist after returning to activity. While resistance training can improve muscle function, "nonfunctional" training methods are not optimal for inducing transfer of benefits to activities such as walking. Here, we tested the feasibility of a novel functional resistance training (FRT) approach to restore strength and function in an individual with ACLR.

Hypothesis

FRT would improve knee strength and function after ACLR.

Study design

Case report.

Level of evidence

Level 5.

Methods

A 15-year-old male patient volunteered for an 8-week intervention where he performed 30 minutes of treadmill walking, 3 times per week, while wearing a custom-designed knee brace that pro

SUBMITTER: Brown SR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8167352 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature