2022 AOSSM Annual Meeting Recordings with CME-Q & A: Return to Play

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Video Summary

In this video, the panelists discuss the benefits of extra assessments for patients undergoing rehabilitation after ACL reconstruction surgery. Stephen explains that these assessments help provide feedback to the patient, orthopedic surgeon, and rehab team, allowing them to identify weaknesses and adapt their training accordingly. They also discuss the importance of addressing the fear of re-injury and assessing psychological readiness to return to sport. Regarding the use of functional ACL bracing, Sai admits limited experience but notes that athletes may prefer to use it for a longer duration. The effect of chronicity of the tear prior to surgery on quadriceps strength is also mentioned. Additionally, the impact of residing locally during rehabilitation is explored, with suggestions that access to resources and supervision may contribute to faster recovery. The video ends with congratulations to the authors and a transition to the next session.

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Stephan Bodkin, PhD, ATC; Sai Devana, MD; Brandon Erickson, MD; Robert Westermann, MD; Michael Battaglia, MD; Robin Dunn, MD

Keywords

extra assessments

rehabilitation

ACL reconstruction surgery

feedback

training