Why the study?
Does anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with semitendinosus and gracilis tendons result in knee flexor strength deficits compared to the uninjured leg?
Does anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with semitendinosus and gracilis tendons result in knee flexor strength deficits compared to the uninjured leg?
There is a persistent deficit in knee flexor strength up to at least 12 months post-surgery following ACL reconstruction with semitendinosus and gracilis tendon grafts.
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Persistent knee flexor deficits after STG ACLR may warrant extended monitoring; leaves open whether targeted rehab alters long-term outcomes.
Coombs et al. (2001) studied this question.
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