In this episode, we unpack the real truth about knee flexion after ACL surgery — what’s normal, what’s not, and how much it actually matters in your recovery. We break down the key milestones you should hit, why extension still reigns supreme early on, and the single most useful test you can do at home to track your progress. You’ll learn why some athletes regain full flexion quickly while others take months, how swelling and your symptom profile influence the timeline, and why small daily “microdoses” of mobility work outperform long, heavy sessions. If you’ve ever felt behind, unsure, or confused about your flexion range, this episode gives you the clarity and reassurance you need.

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In this episode, you’ll hear a fired-up deep dive on answering an ACLers question after another ACL injury. We dive into why they happen more than they should, what actually moves the needle on reducing them, and how to navigate the emotional whiplash of “here we go again.” We break down re-injury rates, calling out timeline-based clearances, and making the case for rigorous return-to-sport testing plus truly individualized programming. You’ll also get a candid take on unhelpful medical narratives and a practical reframe: treat this as an opportunity become a strong and more resilient human—so this ACL injury is your last.

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In this episode, we unpack the Tucker Kraft ACL news to zoom out on what “typical” return timelines really look like, even for pros with round-the-clock resources. We walk through why nine months remains a common benchmark across elite sport, then break down new research suggesting earlier returns can be safe when strict, objective criteria are met. You’ll hear what those criteria look like in a world-class, highly supervised setting, plus the key limitations that matter for real-world athletes like those of you reading this and listening to this episode. We close with practical takeaways: why biology, physical preparedness, individualized guidance and programming, and objective testing, not calendar dates, should drive your green light back to performance.

https://www.packersnews.com/story/sports/nfl/packers/2025/11/03/packers-tucker-kraft-return-recovery-torn-acl-injury/87071490007/

https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/59/9/667

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