The KneeClub

ACL rehab is a complex process and demands a lot from the athlete. How, what, and why rehabilitation should be done are slowly becoming clearer. However, it appears that not everyone has access to proper care and guidance.
A few situations are evident from research:
- evidence-based rehab
- guidance stops after 3 months
- not going through all phases or conducting measurements

Another important aspect is the intensity of training. Insufficient training load is a factor that contributes to a lower return to sport.

The given tips provide an indication of where improvements can be made in knee/ACL rehabilitation. What other tips should be added to this list? Let us know in the comments.

Additionally, we are curious about what you, as a patient, need the most during your rehabilitation.

A high-protein diet is important to get enough building blocks during your knee rehabilitation. Proteins are necessary for muscle building and therefore essential to become stronger. If you eat enough proteins, you are less likely to feel hungry. The advantage is that you eat less carbohydrates and therefore have a smaller chance of becoming heavier. This is a big advantage, especially in the beginning of your knee rehabilitation, because in general you don't move much and you store the excess energy as fat.

This recipe is created in collaboration with Fitfood and Gamze Unver, a professional dietitian advisor.