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Receiving a diagnosis of a torn Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) is a major physical and mental hurdle for any athlete or active person in Salem. The standard advice is often "wait for surgery."
At Get Set Go Physiotherapy, we believe waiting is the wrong approach. The period between your injury and your surgery is a critical window of opportunity. This is where "Pre-Hab" (Pre-surgical rehabilitation) comes in.
Why Pre-Hab Matters (The Evidence)
Think of knee surgery like running a marathon. You wouldn't show up to the starting line unprepared. Pre-hab is your training camp for surgery.
Extensive research shows that patients who go into ACL surgery with a stronger, less swollen knee have significantly better outcomes and faster recovery timelines post-surgery. Our main goals before you enter the operating room are:
- Get a "Quiet Knee": We must eliminate swelling and inflammation. You cannot operate safely on a hot, swollen knee.
- Restore Full Extension: Achieving the ability to fully straighten your knee before surgery is the single biggest predictor of getting your motion back quickly afterward.
- Prevent Muscle Wasting: Your thigh muscles start weakening hours after the injury. We stop that decline immediately.
The Get Set Go Difference: The Hamstring "Shield"
Many generic pre-hab programs just focus on the quadriceps (front thigh muscles). While quads are important, our evidence-based approach prioritizes the Hamstrings (back thigh muscles).
Why? The hamstrings act as the "dynamic ACL." Strong hamstrings pull the lower leg bone backward, reducing strain inside the knee joint. By building "bulletproof" hamstrings before surgery, we are creating a natural shield to protect your future graft.
👀 See Pre-Hab in Action
Curious about what evidence-based pre-hab looks like? It’s not just sitting around doing leg lifts. It involves targeted, active movements designed to prepare you for the demands of surgery and sport.
Click here to watch our latest Instagram Reel demonstrating essential pre-hab exercises we use at our clinic.
📞 Start Your Pre-Surgical Journey Today:
Don't wait until after surgery to start recovering. Let's prepare your knee now. Contact us at 9363522177 to book your pre-hab assessment in Salem.