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How Long Does ACL Tear Rehab Take? Can ACL Rehab Be Accelerated?

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How Long Does ACL Tear Rehab Take? Can ACL Rehab Be Accelerated?

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How Long Does ACL Tear Rehab Take? Can ACL Rehab Be Accelerated?Standard ACL rehab takes 7 to 9 months to complete. For many athletes, not only does this mean the end of their athletic season, but it may interfere with their being ready for the next season. But can ACL tear rehab be sped up? How long do you have to wait before returning to sports after ACL surgery?Answer: The media is filled with reports of athletes who make a fast recovery and return to sports sooner than expected. Does this mean that you can have a faster recovery after surgery for an ACL tear? When you have ACL reconstruction, a new ligament is created and held in your knee with screws or other fixation devices. The ACL then has to heal in this position in order to withstand repetitive stresses associated with sports ac