Case series examines weight gain and physical activity differences post-ACLR in young adults, suggesting targeted rehabilitation strategies may optimize recovery.
Key Points
Weight gain is common in the first six months after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, particularly among males.
Males gained an average of 3.4 kg post-surgery, significantly more than the 1.1 kg gained by females.
Logistic regression indicated no significant predictive relationship between physical activity and weight gain after ACLR.
Incorporating weight management strategies into rehabilitation may help improve recovery outcomes following ACLR.
Cite This Study
Romero-Padron et al. (2025) studied this question.