
Physical Therapy & Rehab
Effect of WBVT on neuromuscular control following ACL reconstruction
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Am J Sports Med. 2013 Apr;41(4):804-14. doi: 10.1177/0363546513476473. Epub 2013 Mar 4
48 patients who underwent anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) were randomized to receive whole body vibrational therapy (WBVT), starting at one month postoperatively, combined with standard neuromuscular rehabilitation versus neuromuscular rehabilitation alone. The purpose was to determine the effect of WBVT on neuromuscular performance over 6 months following ACLR. The results indicated that blind postural control, quadriceps and hamstring strength, and functional performance in shuttle run and single-legged hop tests was significantly improved with WBVT, without compromised knee stability.
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