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10 ACL rehab exercises for a strong recovery

Try these ACL rehab exercises recommended by physical therapists after ACL reconstruction surgery to recover smoothly.

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Woman in workout attire practicing ACL rehab exercises.

Published Date: Jul 3, 2025

Woman in workout attire practicing ACL rehab exercises.

Table of Contents

1. Quad sets

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2. Straight leg raise

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3. Mini squat

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4. Wall squat

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5. Forward step up

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6. Reverse lunge

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7. Side lunge

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8. Lateral step down

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9. Single leg balance

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10. Single leg squat

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Table of Contents

Best ACL rehab exercises to do after surgery

2. Straight leg raise

5. Forward step up

6. Reverse lunge

8. Lateral step down

9. Single leg balance

10. Single leg squat

Phases of ACL rehabilitation after surgery

Safety tips for post-ACL surgery exercises

How Hinge Health can help you

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