@harry.physio: MCL Tear Rehab 🦵 From Injury to Return to Sport ㅤ MCL rehab should progress from restoring knee movement and basic strength to controlling higher-level athletic loads. Progress based on symptoms, stability and function rather than a fixed timeline. ㅤ Phase 1: Restore movement + early control Phase 2: Build strength + stability Phase 3: Increase strength + load capacity Phase 4: Reintroduce jumping + sport demands ㅤ 1️⃣ Short Arc Quad | Phase 1 3 sets × 10–15 reps | 3–4×/week Rebuilds early quad strength and control ㅤ 2️⃣ Standing Knee Flexion | Phase 1 3 sets × 10–15 reps | daily Gradually restores comfortable knee movement ㅤ 3️⃣ Lateral Step-Up | Phase 2 3 sets × 8–12 reps | 3×/week Builds control with lateral knee loading ㅤ 4️⃣ SL RDL | Phase 2 3 sets × 8–12 reps | 3×/week Improves single-leg strength, balance and control ㅤ 5️⃣ Ball Hamstring Curl | Phase 3 3 sets × 8–12 reps | 3×/week Builds hamstring strength for knee support ㅤ 6️⃣ RFE Split Squat | Phase 3 3 sets × 8–12 reps | 3×/week Builds strength under heavier single-leg loads ㅤ 7️⃣ Lateral Bound + Stick | Phase 4 3 sets × 5–8 reps | 2–3×/week Trains lateral power and landing control ㅤ 8️⃣ Snap-Down + SL Jump | Phase 4 3 sets × 5–8 reps | 2–3×/week Builds jumping and landing control ㅤ Choose a few exercises that match your current ability and rehab phase. Progress gradually and stay consistent as strength and control improve. ㅤ Pain during exercise should not exceed 3/10 and should remain bearable. ㅤ Entertainment only, not medical advice. Consult a healthcare provider for your condition or treatment plan. ㅤ #MCLRehab #KneeRehab #SportsRehab #Physiotherapy #ReturnToSport
