Table 2. Standard treatment and rehabilitation program .
Post-treatment period | Rehabilitation and Training |
0-2 Weeks | Rest; Icing; Full weight bearing; ROM:0-120° |
2-4 Weeks | Upper body training; Ergometer; Walking |
4-6 Weeks | Sidestep drill; Footwork |
6-8 Weeks | Jogging; Skill training |
8-10 Weeks | Running; Lower-body weight training |
10-12 Weeks | High-intensity exercise; Full-speed running; Light-contact practice |
12-16 Weeks | Return to all exercises; Full-contact practice |
16- Weeks | Return to the game |