Effective rehabilitation of your anterior cruciate ligament

Rehabilitation after an ACL injury and after an ACL reconstruction is one of the specializations of our physiotherapists. The physiotherapists at Fysiotherapie Iburg work with protocols, a number of measuring moments and evaluations take place so that the entire rehabilitation process is recorded.
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Effective rehabilitation of your anterior cruciate ligament at Physiotherapy Iburg in Rotterdam

Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries are among the most common intra-articular ligament injuries. Moreover, they are among the more serious injuries, because the ACL plays an essential role in the function of the knee. A torn anterior cruciate ligament is usually the result of a sports injury. It frequently occurs in indoor, field and contact sports (football, hockey, handball, korfball) and high-energy sports (skiing, motorcross). Twisting the knee is often indicated as the cause. This usually happens at unexpected moments when the muscles have no control over the leg.

Causes of a torn anterior cruciate ligament

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the large ligaments (tissue bands) that connect the femur to the shin bone. Your anterior cruciate ligament can tear if you receive a direct blow to your knee. Other causes could be:

  • The knee extends further than it should;
  • You suddenly stop running;
  • You land on a straight leg;
  • Your knee twists while your foot remains on the ground

Characteristics of a torn anterior cruciate ligament

If you tear your anterior cruciate ligament, you will likely feel a sharp, intense pain or hear a loud “pop” or “snap.” You may not even be able to stand on the injured leg because your knee joint cannot support your weight.

Examination for anterior cruciate ligament injury

If you first visit Physiotherapy Iburg in Rotterdam, your therapist will conduct a thorough examination in which your health history will be reviewed. Your therapist will ask you if you have experienced the above causes and/or noticed strong swelling around the knee in the first few hours after the injury. Your physiotherapist will also perform special tests to determine the likelihood of a torn anterior cruciate ligament. For example, the physiotherapist can do the Lachman/anterior drawer test, where the specialist bends your knee and gently pulls on the lower leg. Another test is the “pivot shift,” where the physical therapist gently bends and rotates your knee at the same time. During this examination of the anterior cruciate ligament you may experience an unpleasant feeling or instability. This is normal. In addition, the physiotherapist may perform more tests to assess possible damage to other parts of your knee.

How can a specialized physiotherapist help with a torn anterior cruciate ligament?

Once a torn anterior cruciate ligament has been diagnosed, you will work with your surgeon and physical therapist to decide whether to have surgery or whether you can attempt recovery without surgery.

Treatment before surgery

Before surgery, the physical therapist can help reduce swelling, strengthen your thigh muscles (quadriceps), and increase the range of motion in your knee. Research has shown that this improvement before surgery leads to better results after surgery.

Treatment after surgery

After the operation, the physiotherapists follow the guidelines for knee stability and movement problems for optimal recovery. You are ready to return to sports or work when you no longer experience pain or swelling, you no longer have a feeling of instability during activities and your quadriceps strength is back to 90%.

Treatment without surgery

Research shows that a specific group of patients can be successful without surgery. This group of patients only has injuries to the anterior cruciate ligament and does not experience moments of “sagging” after the onset of the ACL injury. If it is decided not to have surgery on your ACL, your physiotherapist will work with you to restore muscle strength, coordination and endurance.

Rehabilitation after anterior cruciate ligament injury

Rehabilitation after an ACL injury and after an ACL reconstruction is one of the specializations of our physiotherapists. The physiotherapists at Fysiotherapie Iburg work with protocols, a number of measuring moments and evaluations take place so that the entire rehabilitation process is recorded. Taking into account your specific load characteristics and request for assistance, targeted and functional training is provided in our exercise room in order to optimally load the knee in general daily functioning and in sports and/or relaxation situations.

The expertise and specific exercise equipment that Physiotherapy Iburg has at its disposal contribute to excellent rehabilitation of your knee.

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A month ago I came to Fysio Iburg with a groin injury. I have been dealing with this for a year, tried various treatments but unfortunately without results. However, after 3 treatments with Arnold my complaints disappeared. I am therefore very grateful to the practice for their expert treatments. This allows me to exercise again like before!
Milan Frank
Super good and knowledgeable help from Kate. Had a shoulder injury. I received good exercises and was free of injury/pain after a few weeks. Continue to do the exercises to keep the shoulder strong. I would recommend Physio Iburg Rotterdam.
Frank van Hemert
Had great treatment from Farid. Came in with severe back and shoulder pain, a combination of dry needling and old-fashioned cracking, the next day it went much better. Super!
Eelco Schuller
Very well and professionally helped with long-standing hip complaints. Clear explanation and friendly, pleasant practitioner. Short waiting times.
Antoine van Nassau
Due to working from home a lot, poor posture and stress, I had a lot of problems with my shoulder and neck. Together with Fysio Iburg I made a plan in which treatment and exercises have resulted in enormous improvements within a short period of time. I am very satisfied!
Loes Groenendijk
Since I have been treated at this practice, I have recovered from my injuries faster than with previous physiotherapists. Highly specialized people who provide many different types of treatments, a suitable treatment for every injury. Highly recommended!
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Claudia
Dry Needling
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I am very satisfied with the treatment (dry needling) by Arnold at Physiotherapy Iburg. I can't believe that I got rid of all my complaints within 5 treatments, while I had already been treated by two other physiotherapists without results.
Suthes Balasooriyan
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Rehabilitated twice for a year with Joris after anterior cruciate ligament reconstructions. In addition to excellent physical guidance to make the knee as strong and stable as possible, he is also just a nice person to work with. In addition, always supportive of my (sports) goals, also during recovery.
Danny Reijs
Hands-on focused approach
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I had a fall about 2 months ago and had a lot of shoulder problems. Arnold saw me struggling in the gym and asked if I had shoulder problems and then told me that he is a shoulder specialist. This was over the weekend and I was able to visit him the following Monday. The treatment is uncomfortable but with great results.
Gaby Veesaert
Dry needling
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I had neck/shoulder complaints for months, had various physiotherapy and chiropractor treatments that did not benefit me. Until I came to Arnold, I only had 2 treatments, 1x dry needling and finaly strength free! Topper
Milan Frank
Groin injury
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A month ago I came to Fysio Iburg with a groin injury. I have been dealing with this for a year, tried various treatments but unfortunately without results. However, after 3 treatments with Arnold my complaints disappeared. I am therefore very grateful to the practice for their expert treatments. This allows me to exercise again like before!
Rowena
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Very satisfied with the treatment! My long-term shoulder pain was significantly reduced within a day of the first dry needling treatment.
Martin de Mik
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Excellent! I have/had a fairly complex complaint in my back after an inguinal hernia. I walked crookedly for a long time because of the pain and as a result scoliosis started to form. Meanwhile, my vertebrae and my hip were also stuck and could no longer be loosened. After one treatment by Annemieke, the cause was found and the necessary muscles were loosened.
Eelco Schuller
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Had great treatment from Farid. Came in with severe back and shoulder pain, a combination of dry needling and old-fashioned cracking, the next day it went much better. Super!
Pieter de Jong
Running analysis
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Running analysis is highly recommended to improve your performance and prevent injuries. Back pain and right hip treated and loosened through intensive training. Received very good treatment and information about home exercises that I can do myself. The abdominal muscle exercises I learned have improved my performance and resolved complaints. I have now permanently included these exercises in my training program. Have broad knowledge.
Loes Groenendijk
Neck & shoulder complaints
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Due to working from home a lot, poor posture and stress, I had a lot of problems with my shoulder and neck. Together with Fysio Iburg I made a plan in which treatment and exercises have resulted in enormous improvements within a short period of time. I am very satisfied!
Yannick Duijster
Lower back complaints
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After suffering from lower back pain for years, my complaints have decreased significantly thanks to the treatment at Iburg Physiotherapy. The cause of the complaints was thoroughly examined and a clear plan was subsequently drawn up.
Lars Roosken
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Within 8 weeks I got rid of a lingering injury that had been bothering me for 9 months thanks to a thorough analysis, targeted strength and core training and treatment. Recommended!
Monique Nat
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Excellent practice. I was able to go very quickly and I benefited greatly from the treatment. I am especially enthusiastic about the dry needling. It is a painful treatment, but it really helps and Arnold Iburg is extremely skilled at it.
Eelco de Guest
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I went to physiotherapy Iburg with a very painful shoulder after overload. The physiotherapist helped me get rid of the pain after just 2 treatments and I can now fully use my shoulder again. I would recommend this physiotherapist to everyone. A Iburg is a very skilled physiotherapist.
Jente Goutier
Upper back & shoulder complaints
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Very satisfied, I have had upper back and shoulder complaints for years and thanks to Arnold the complaints are now under control. Pleasant approach: You only have to show up every week for years, just a few treatments and you will already notice results.
Eelco de Guest
Shoulder complaints
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I went to physiotherapy Iburg with a very painful shoulder after overload. The physiotherapist helped me get rid of the pain after just 2 treatments and I can now fully use my shoulder again. I would recommend this physiotherapist to everyone. A Iburg is a very skilled physiotherapist.
Yannick Duijster
Lower back complaints
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After suffering from lower back pain for years, my complaints have decreased significantly thanks to the treatment at Iburg Physiotherapy. The cause of the complaints was thoroughly examined and a clear plan was subsequently drawn up.
Antoine van Nassau
Hip complaints
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Very well and professionally helped with long-standing hip complaints. Clear explanation and friendly, pleasant practitioner. Short waiting times.
Remco van der Pluijm
Dry needling
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Fantastic experience with dry needling. I had been suffering from a painful shoulder for more than a year and after just 1 treatment there was already a huge improvement. After 3 treatments, no more pain.
Peter Bak
Shoulder complaints
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Very knowledgeable and pleasant, an experienced specialist for the treatment of shoulder problems. With 7 sessions and specific exercise, I completely got rid of my limitations. Recommended to everyone
Nick Rost
Shoulder complaints
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Treated my shoulder. I have already regained a lot of mobility in a short period of time. Great therapists with expert knowledge.
Tamara Poldervaart
Back problems
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Very nice practice. Nice and clean. And nice, nice physiotherapists. I quickly got rid of my back problems.
Jeremy Voets
Back problems
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After more than two years of misery and several physios who promised everything, I finally ended up here and I can't say anything else...... You are great.... Great help and finally my back problems under control... Great, can recommend it to everyone
Kees Leijnse
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After knee surgery, I received excellent guidance from Joris de Vries from Physiotherapy Iburg!
Edwin Westgeest
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I benefited greatly from the dry needling treatments.

Featured specializations of our physiotherapy

Manual therapy

Improving freedom of movement, decreasing pain and improving your posture.

Dry Needling

Trigger points are punctured using a special technique and thus quickly relaxed.

Shockwave

Additional form of therapy that is used for highly concentrated, local pain complaints.

Sports physiotherapy

Creating the right conditions to meet the demands demanded by the sport.

Running analysis

By learning good running technique, complaints can be reduced and/or prevented.

Ultrasound

High-frequency sound waves are sent into the body and reflected by the underlying tissue.
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