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What is ACL Reconstruction Rehab?

A 9-12 month progressive rehabilitation is the standard of care after ACL reconstruction. Rushing return to sport before 9 months dramatically increases re-rupture risk. Modern programs use objective testing (not time) to determine readiness.

Why China?

• Cost (3-month program): $1,800-$3,500 vs. $5,000-$10,000 in the US
• Sports medicine centers: PKU Third Hospital + Shanghai East have dedicated ACL rehab units
• Return-to-sport testing: Comprehensive hop battery + strength testing standard
• Biomechanical analysis: 3D motion capture available at top centers

Who is a candidate?

• Post-ACL reconstruction (autograft or allograft)
• ACL revision surgery
• Multi-ligament reconstruction
• ACL injury non-operatively managed with strong rehab motivation

Outcomes

Return to pre-injury sport: 65-75% at 12 months. IKDC score: normal or nearly normal in 85%. Re-rupture rate: 5-10% (lower with objective RTS criteria). Contralateral ACL injury: 5-10% within 2 years.