Typical Management of ACL Injury in Indonesia
SURGERY SURGERY SURGERY. When MRI results show an ACL tear, almost everyone seeking treatment in Indonesia is advised to undergo ACL Reconstruction surgery. Many healthcare professionals believe that surgery is the only way to recover from an ACL injury. However, recent studies indicate that Non-Surgical ACL rehabilitation is just as effective as ACL surgery.
The two studies above show that the risk of osteoarthritis, knee pain, and return to sports is the same between ACL surgery and Non-Surgical treatment. ACL surgery is NOT better compared to Non-Surgical ACL rehabilitation; the recovery of your knee is the SAME whether operated on or not.
What People Don’t Know About the ACL Ligament
10-20 years ago, experts believed that the ACL ligament had no capacity for healing and recovery. Therefore, all ACL injuries were recommended to undergo surgery. However, recent studies have found that with the right management and rehabilitation, the ACL ligament has the ability to heal and can recover naturally.
Reviver Non-Surgical ACL Management
- Cross-Bracing Protocol
In this protocol, we keep the knee in a brace for 3-6 months, aiming to enhance the healing capacity of the ACL ligament. While wearing the brace, we also train the muscles around the knee. Recent studies have proven that this method has a success rate of up to 90%.
- Melbourne ACL Rehabilitation Protocol
In this method, we strengthen the structures around the knee. The healing rate of this method is not as good as the Cross-Bracing protocol. However, studies show that if this training and rehabilitation is done correctly and with discipline, a person's knee function can return to normal.
Types of Therapy at Reviver After ACL Injury
- Blood Flow Restriction Training
We use a device called Blood Flow Restriction to stimulate the muscles, allowing for faster muscle mass and strength gains!
- Dry Needling
We utilize the Australian Dry Needling technique to reduce pain and relax tight muscles.
- Knee Stability & Proprioception Training
We use a motion guidance device to train knee stability and balance.
Which ACL Therapy Suits You?
To determine which therapy is suitable for your ACL condition, our team will conduct a thorough examination, including physical assessment, movement evaluation, and MRI results review. Based on the examination findings, we can then recommend the appropriate ACL therapy for your condition.
