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ACL Return to Sport Rehabilitation in Drummoyne

Specialist ACL Rehabilitation for Athletes in Drummoyne & Inner West Sydney.

Recovering from an ACL injury can feel overwhelming — whether you’ve had surgery or are managing it conservatively. At Sports Performance Physio in Drummoyne, we specialise in structured, evidence-based ACL return to sport rehabilitation designed to safely guide you back to full performance.

Led by APA Titled Sports Physiotherapist Adrian [Surname], who works with elite athletes including GIANTS Netball and GWS GIANTS AFLW, our ACL programs are built on high-performance standards used in professional sport.

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We proudly support patients across Drummoyne, Hunters Hill, Balmain, Five Dock, Russell Lea, Rodd Point, Rozelle, Lane Cove, Abbotsford and Chiswick.

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Why ACL Rehabilitation Requires Specialist Care.

ACL recovery is not just about “getting strong again.”

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It requires:

  • Objective strength testing

  • Neuromuscular control retraining

  • Force absorption and deceleration work

  • Progressive running and change-of-direction drills

  • Sport-specific conditioning

  • Return-to-play testing benchmarks

Many re-injuries occur due to incomplete rehabilitation or returning too early.

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Our structured approach ensures you meet clear criteria before returning to sport.

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Our ACL Return to Sport Program.

Phase 1: Early Post-Operative Protection & Activation

Restore knee extension, reduce swelling, activate quads, restore gait.

Phase 2: Strength & Control

Build quadriceps and hamstring strength, improve single-leg stability and balance.

Phase 3: Running & Power Development

Progressive return to running, plyometrics, force absorption training.

Phase 4: Sport-Specific Return

Cutting, pivoting, acceleration, deceleration and return-to-play testing.

Every stage is criteria-based — not just time-based.

Why Choose Adrian for ACL Rehabilitation?

  • APA Titled Sports Physiotherapist

  • Master of Sports Physiotherapy (La Trobe University)

  • Award recipient: Wendy Braybon Sports & Exercise Medicine Prize

  • Physiotherapist for GIANTS Netball & GWS GIANTS AFLW

  • 10+ years experience in elite sport

  • Extensive post-operative rehabilitation expertise
     

You receive elite-level rehab standards in a local Drummoyne clinic.

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Common Conditions We Manage:

  • Post ACL reconstruction

  • Non-surgical ACL tears

  • Revision ACL reconstruction

  • Meniscus repair + ACL

  • Chronic knee instability

  • Return to football, netball, basketball, rugby and field sports

Who We Help:

  • Competitive athletes

  • Youth athletes

  • Weekend warriors

  • Semi-professional players

  • Individuals wanting to safely return to running

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Our Team Has Been Trusted By:

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Book an ACL Assessment in Drummoyne.

If you are preparing for ACL surgery, recovering post-operatively, or struggling to return to sport confidently, we can help.

Book your ACL rehabilitation consultation today.

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