16/07/2026
You're 6 months post-op, you can run straight lines pain-free... so you're cleared, right?"
Not so fast. ⛔
Time-based return to sport is outdated. What actually predicts re-injury risk is testing — strength symmetry, hop performance, landing mechanics, and confidence in the joint.
At Zen Physio Clinic, we don't clear you because the calendar says so. We clear you because your body proves it's ready.
🦵 Recovering from an ACL injury? Drop a 🙋 below and we'll walk you through what real return-to-sport testing looks like.
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