Dr. Jiwu Chen

Sports Medicine Specialist

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ACL rehabilitation

When can you start running after ACL surgery?

Doctor’s answer

Jogging commonly begins at about three months after motion, strength, swelling, and movement control meet recovery criteria.

Author: Dr. Jiwu Chen Medical review: Dr. Jiwu Chen

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