ACL Injuries

An ACL injury limiting your ability to move, exercise, or feel stable on your knee?

An ACL injury can be frustrating and life-altering, especially for active individuals and athletes. Whether your injury occurred during sports, a sudden pivot, or a traumatic event, instability and pain can make everyday movement feel uncertain. At Advanced Physical Medicine Center, our doctors and physical therapists focus on helping you regain strength, stability, and confidence in your knee.

We work with patients managing ACL injuries both before and after surgery, as well as those pursuing non-surgical treatment options. Through coordinated, hands-on care, our providers support safe recovery and long-term knee health.

Why Am I Experiencing an ACL Injury?

The anterior cruciate ligament, or ACL, is a key stabilizing ligament in the knee. It helps control forward motion and rotational stability. ACL injuries often occur during sudden changes in direction, awkward landings, or direct impact. In some cases, underlying movement patterns or muscle imbalances can increase the risk of injury.

Our doctors and physical therapists focus on identifying how the injury occurred and what factors may be contributing to ongoing instability or pain. Common causes and contributors to ACL injuries include:

Sports-related injuries

Sudden pivoting, cutting, jumping, or rapid deceleration, commonly seen in soccer, basketball, football, and skiing.

Poor movement mechanics

Improper alignment during squatting, landing, or directional changes.

Non-contact injuries

ACL tears that occur without direct contact, often due to poor landing mechanics or muscle imbalance.

Previous knee injuries

Past ligament, meniscus, or cartilage injuries that increase ACL strain.

Direct trauma

Impact to the knee during a collision, fall, or accident.

Post-surgical weakness

Loss of strength or coordination following ACL reconstruction.

Knee instability

Repeated giving-way episodes that place excessive stress on the ligament.

Delayed rehabilitation

Inadequate rehab that limits strength and neuromuscular control.

Muscle imbalance or weakness

Poor strength or control in the hips, glutes, or hamstrings that affects knee stability.

Fatigue or overtraining

Decreased muscle control and coordination from exhaustion or repetitive high-intensity activity, increasing stress on the ACL.

How We Treat ACL Injuries

ACL injury treatment focuses on improving knee control, reducing pain, and supporting recovery through proven, non-surgical and rehabilitative services. Our doctors and physical therapists use a combination of treatments to address instability, weakness, and movement mechanics.

  • Physical Therapy to restore strength, balance, and mobility
  • Manual Therapy techniques such as Active Release and Graston to reduce soft tissue restrictions
  • Kinesio Taping to support knee stability during movement
  • Corrective exercise and neuromuscular training to reduce re-injury risk
  • Shockwave or Cold Laser Therapy to support tissue healing when appropriate
  • Post-surgical rehabilitation following ACL reconstruction

Take the First Step Toward ACL Recovery

An ACL injury does not have to define your future movement. With the right care, you can rebuild strength, restore stability, and return to the activities you enjoy. Call (201) 945-1156 to schedule your appointment. New patients are seen the same day.