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So can i play sports after a acl injury?
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Depends: On the severity of the injury and the adequacy of the repair and proper rehab. Talk to you orthopedic surgeon.
Answered 12/9/2013
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It depends: You may play sports if authorised by your orthopedic doctor provided 1 you wear a properly fitted brace 2 go for physical therapy to repair and strengthen the muscles and stability of the knee joint 3general strength training three times a week 4be careful and under control during practice 5 apply ice and pressure after each game but you can only play if it is approved by your orthpedic md.
Answered 9/28/2016
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