Description
This study aimed to compare isokinetic quadriceps strength and reactive strength in ACLR-LEAT versus isolated ACLR. This was a retrospective review of a single surgeon caseload matched for gender, age and activity levels. Patients were recruited if they had undergone surgery and had completed onsite 3D and isokinetic testing between 6-8 months post operatively. Patients were divided into two groups depending on the surgery they underwent isolated ACLR or ACLR-LEAT if they fell into the high-risk category. Patient’s fell into the high-risk category if they were under the age of 25, were participating in competitive pivoting sports, had general laxity with a Beighton’s score of 4 or greater and in the presence of a grade 2 pivot shift or greater. Each athlete’s isokinetic scores, alongside their double leg drop jump (DLDJ) and bilateral single leg drop jump (SLDJ), were documented and analysed.
