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The aim is to investigate the experiences of male athletes following isolated ACL reconstruction and identify gaps in their care.

Do we need a guideline for all: a qualitative study on the experiences of male athletes following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction

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Qualitative study reveals diverse experiences of male athletes post-ACL reconstruction, suggesting the need for comprehensive guidelines.

The aim is to investigate the experiences of male athletes following isolated ACL reconstruction and identify gaps in their care.
Conducted semi-structured interviews with 14 male athletes 1-3 years post-ACLR.
Used thematic analysis to identify key themes and subthemes from participant experiences.
Ensured reliability by following COREQ guidelines and conducting member checking.
Four main themes emerged: experiences of injury, information gathering, treatment facilitators, and negative experiences.
The athletes expressed varied perceptions of ACL injury influenced by stakeholders including family and healthcare professionals.
Physical and psychological impacts varied significantly across different stages of recovery.

Gökmen et al. (2024) studied this question.

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