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A Team Behind the Athlete: Optimizing ACL and FAI Post-surgical Recovery: A Data-driven, Multidisciplinary Approach to Athlete Rehabilitation 2558

Monday, October 27, 2025
4:45 PM - 5:45 PM  
Location:  ROOM: Joliet Room >>> DIRECTIONS Third Floor >>> From the Main Elevator Bank, proceed right. Turn right at the Marquette Foyer. The Joliet Room is located at the end of the hall on your left.
ACL reconstruction and femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) surgeries challenge even the most seasoned rehabilitation professionals—muscle atrophy, neuromuscular deficits, psychological roadblocks, and risk of re-injury can derail outcomes. This compelling session delivers a high-impact, interdisciplinary blueprint for elevating post-surgical recovery and return-to-play success through data, strategy, and collaboration.

Led by a interdisciplinary panel of clinical experts in physical therapy, athletic training, sports nutrition, sport psychology, strength & conditioning, and biomechanics, attendees will learn how to:

- Implement early nutrition interventions—including protein and collagen strategies—to accelerate healing and preserve lean mass.
- Utilize 3D motion analysis, force plates, hop testing, and strength ratio tools to objectively assess neuromuscular readiness and guide safe progression.
- Apply evidence-based psychological strategies to reduce fear of re-injury, rebuild identity, and enhance athlete confidence and motivation.
- Streamline interdisciplinary rehabilitation planning for cohesive, athlete-centered care that minimizes risk and maximizes performance.

Real-world case studies will illustrate how a collaborative approach can significantly reduce re-injury rates, improve long-term athletic outcomes, and empower clinicians with tools that are both cutting-edge and immediately applicable.

This intermediate-level session is designed for sports medicine professionals seeking to lead in return-to-sport strategies—whether you're in the clinic, on the field, or in the lab. Attendees will leave equipped with actionable techniques to transform their rehab practice and athlete results.

Learning Objectives:

  • Implement early sports nutrition strategies—including protein and collagen supplementation—to mitigate post-surgical muscle atrophy and assessment of resting metabolic rate to improve overall nutritional assessment.
  • Utilize motion analysis technology (2D/3D modeling, force plates, VALD ForceFrame) to assess neuromuscular readiness for return to sport.
  • Apply psychological interventions to address athlete identity loss and fear of re-injury.
  • Enhance interdisciplinary care coordination to streamline rehabilitation planning and communication between healthcare providers.
  • Enhance and apply the understanding of the care coordination and communication across the athlete recovery timeline