{"id":5397,"date":"2025-10-30T13:15:52","date_gmt":"2025-10-30T13:15:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/integrativa.pt\/?p=5397"},"modified":"2026-07-06T10:52:18","modified_gmt":"2026-07-06T10:52:18","slug":"rehabilitation-of-anterior-cruciate-ligament-lca-the-essential-role-of-physiotherapy-in-recovery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/integrativa.pt\/en\/reabilitacao-do-ligamento-cruzado-anterior-lca-o-papel-essencial-da-fisioterapia-na-recuperacao\/","title":{"rendered":"Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) rehabilitation: the essential role of physiotherapy in recovery"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the most important structures for knee stability. It controls the movement of the tibia in relation to the femur, preventing dislocations and excessive rotations.
\nACL injuries are quite common, especially in athletes, and can occur to varying degrees, from a slight stretch to a complete rupture. Appropriate treatment and well-orientated rehabilitation are fundamental to ensuring an effective and safe recovery.<\/p>\n

Why is physiotherapy essential?<\/h4>\n

Physiotherapy plays a decisive role both in cases of conservative treatment (without surgery) and in cases where there is surgical reconstruction of the ligament.
\nThanks to advances in rehabilitation techniques, it is now possible to achieve a faster, functional and safer recovery, reducing the risk of relapses and promoting a gradual return to daily activities and sport.<\/p>\n

A key point is the personalisation of treatment: each patient has different needs, objectives and physical conditions. Therefore, the physiotherapist must adapt the rehabilitation plan in a progressive and individualised way.<\/p>\n

Causes and risk factors for ACL injuries<\/h4>\n

ACL injuries occur most frequently in sports that require rapid changes of direction, jumping and sudden decelerations - such as football, basketball, skiing or volleyball.<\/p>\n

The main risk factors include:<\/p>\n