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Conditions we treat

Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) in Sinnamon Park

Our specialised exercise program helps patients with Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injury to:

Reduce pain and swelling Increase range of motion Improve physical stability
About the condition

What is an Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL)?

An Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) is a major knee ligament which serves to keep the knee joint stable. It connects the thighbone to the shinbone and, if torn, can cause serious pain and discomfort. An ACL injury commonly occurs during an athletic activity or sports which involve a lot of sudden changes in direction (basketball, football, skiing, soccer, etc.).

Causes

What causes ACL injury?

Anterior cruciate ligament injury usually happens during a sports activity. It can occurs when you stop or slow down and change direction suddenly, land awkwardly from a jump or pivot with the foot firmly attached to the ground, or after receiving a blow to the knee.

Some people are at a greater risk of getting an ACL injury, such as basketball, soccer, football players, skiers, and gymnasts. People who play on artificial turf surfaces and use improper sports equipment are in a high risk as well. However, even non-athletic people can tear their ligaments. In fact, poor conditioning is one of the greatest risk factors, as well as improper footwear.

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Classification

ACL Injury Grades

  • Grade 1: Mild ligament damage – slightly stretched, maintains joint stability
  • Grade 2: Partial tear – ACL stretched and loose, partial tear
  • Grade 3: Complete tear – ACL complete tear/rupture, knee unstable
Treatment

Our ACL Injury Treatment Methods

Vitalis Physiotherapy, your 'physio near me', is here for any questions you may have about the ACL injury exercises and rehabilitation.
  • Taping
  • Soft tissue mobilisation
  • Pre and post-operative treatment
  • Orthotics prescription
  • Knee-supporting brace prescription
  • Progressive anterior cruciate ligament injury exercises program
Where to find us

Treating Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) in Sinnamon Park

Sinnamon Park Village, 3/58 Oldfield Road — ground floor, parking at the door. Patients come to us from across Brisbane’s western suburbs.

Sinnamon ParkJindaleeMount OmmaneySeventeen Mile RocksRiverhillsMiddle ParkWestlakeSumnerDarraOxleyCorindaJamboree Heights

Can’t get to the clinic? We also offer home visits. Not sure this is what you have? See all conditions we treat.

Get it assessed properly

The sooner this is looked at, the shorter the recovery usually is. Book online in under a minute, or call and describe what is going on.

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No referral needed — bring one only if you are claiming through Medicare, DVA or WorkCover.