Exercises for post-op acl

Rehabilitation after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.

Calf raise

Standing, with light support for balance, raise the heels pushing through the ball of the foot. Slow up, controlled down. Gastrocnemius and soleus strengthening.

Easy

Glute bridge

Lying on your back with knees bent, lift hips by squeezing the glutes until shoulder-hip-knee align. Lower with control.

Easy

Mini squat

Standing with feet hip-width, bend knees to 30-45°. Keep knees tracking over toes. Rise slowly.

Medium

Step up

Step onto a box placing the whole foot, drive up with quad and glute. Lower with control. Alternate legs.

Easy

Wall sit

Back against the wall, slide down to 90° knee flexion. Hold without lifting the back.