Condition · Post-Op Knee
ACL Reconstruction Recovery — In-Home PT in Orange County
Dr. Chris Vu, DPT comes to your home with a complete ACL rehab program — from early swelling control through return-to-sport testing. No clinic commute while you're on crutches.
Recovery Phases
What Your Plan Looks Like
Weeks 0–4
Protect & Restore
Swelling control, full extension, quad activation, normalized gait, brace weaning per surgeon.
Weeks 4–12
Strength & Control
Progressive squatting, single-leg work, hamstring strengthening, balance, early bike and pool work.
Months 3–9+
Return to Sport
Running progression, plyometrics, cutting/pivoting drills, sport-specific patterns, hop-test return-to-sport battery.
What We Do
In-Home Care for ACL Recovery
We follow evidence-based ACL protocols (MOON/Delaware-Oslo) tailored to your graft type and surgeon's restrictions. Every visit is 60 dedicated minutes, same provider every time, with hands-on manual therapy plus progressive loading. Most patients reach return-to-sport between months 9 and 12.
- Manual therapy for stiffness and patellar mobility
- Quad strengthening progression with portable equipment
- Single-leg balance and neuromuscular re-education
- Running gait analysis and progression
- Hop testing battery before return-to-sport clearance
- Direct communication with your orthopedic surgeon
FAQ
Common Questions
When can I start PT after ACL surgery?
Most surgeons clear PT 2–7 days post-op. We can begin at home as soon as you're cleared.
How long does ACL recovery take?
Pivoting sports usually 9–12 months for safe return; everyday activity returns much sooner. Recovery depends on graft type, surgeon protocol, and rehab consistency.
Do I need a clinic for ACL rehab?
No. With portable equipment and your bodyweight, we can complete the entire ACL protocol in your home — including running and hop testing.