Login / Signup

Disrupted knee - disrupted me: a strenuous process of regaining balance in the aftermath of an anterior cruciate ligament injury.

Josefin KarlströmMaria WiklundEva Tengman
Published in: BMC musculoskeletal disorders (2022)
Individuals with an ACL injury experience both physical, psychological, and social challenges several years after injury. In addition to the functional impairments, diverse psychological, social and contextual 'disruptions' and struggles may also be present and influence the rehabilitation process. It is important that physiotherapists identify individuals who face such challenges and individually tailor the rehabilitation and support. A biopsychosocial approach is recommended in the clinical practice and future studies focusing on psychosocial processes in the context of ACL rehabilitation are warranted.
Keyphrases
  • anterior cruciate ligament
  • mental health
  • clinical practice
  • healthcare
  • physical activity
  • total knee arthroplasty
  • current status
  • depressive symptoms
  • case control