Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction is one of the most common orthopedic procedures performed worldwide, aimed at restoring knee stability and enabling a return to functional activities, including walking and running. Despite surgical success in anatomical repair, persistent biomechanical alterations in gait and running patterns are frequently observed during the post-operative recovery period. Understanding the temporal evolution of these biomechanical adaptations particularly at key milestones such as 6, 12, and 18 months’ post-surgery is critical for optimizing rehabilitation protocols and improving long-term outcomes. This editorial review synthesizes current evidence on the interplay between ACL reconstruction and locomotor mechanics, with a focus on spatiotemporal, kinematic, and kinetic changes during walking and running across the mid- to late-recovery phases. While many patients are cleared for return to sport (RTS) by 9–12 months, emerging data suggest that biomechanical symmetry and neuromuscular control may lag behind clinical milestones, raising concerns about re-injury risk and long-term joint health.
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مرور سیستماتیک/ آنالیز متا |
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بیومکانیک ورزشی دریافت: 1404/5/8 | پذیرش: 1404/2/29