Weekend Footballer Returns to Competition 9 Months After ACL Tear
29-year-old software engineer from Kampar. Competitive futsal player at district level.
Clinical Context
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Patient Profile
29-year-old software engineer from Kampar. Competitive futsal player at district level.
The Problem
Complete ACL tear during a futsal match. Knee gave way during a pivot. MRI confirmed full rupture. Surgeon recommended reconstruction.
The Treatment
4 weeks prehab before surgery strengthened quadriceps and hamstrings. Post-surgery: structured 5-phase rehab program over 9 months. Twice-weekly supervised sessions plus daily home exercises. Return-to-sport testing at month 8.
The Outcome
Passed return-to-sport testing at month 8. Returned to competitive futsal at month 9. Quadriceps strength at 95% of uninjured leg. Zero re-injury at 12-month follow-up.
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