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10 ACL rehab exercises for a strong recovery

Try these ACL rehab exercises recommended by physical therapists after ACL reconstruction surgery to recover smoothly.

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Woman in workout attire practicing ACL rehab exercises.
Date de Publication: 3 juill. 2025
Woman in workout attire practicing ACL rehab exercises.
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1. Quad sets

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2. Straight leg raise

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3. Mini squat

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4. Wall squat

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5. Forward step up

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6. Reverse lunge

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7. Side lunge

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8. Lateral step down

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9. Single leg balance

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10. Single leg squat

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Best ACL rehab exercises to do after surgery
1. Quad sets
2. Straight leg raise
3. Mini squat
4. Wall squat
5. Forward step up
6. Reverse lunge
7. Side lunge
8. Lateral step down
9. Single leg balance
10. Single leg squat
Phases of ACL rehabilitation after surgery
Safety tips for post-ACL surgery exercises 
How Hinge Health can help you
References 

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