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November 11th, 2025 @ 6 pm CST On Demand
Volume 1:  How to Improve Outcomes Following ACL Injuries

 

Description

Masterclass Webinar Series Volume 1 – On Demand

Presented by Kevin E. Wilk, PT, DPT, FAPTA

Guest Speakers:
Lyle Cain, MD, and Robin West, MD

Date and Time:  November 11th, 2025, at 6:00 pm Central Time
Duration:  2 Hour webinar with Q&A and open discussion
CE Approval:  2 hours

Description:
How to Improve Outcomes Following ACL Injuries:  New Surgery Concepts, When to do a LET or Tibial Slope Correction & What are the Key Points in Rehabilitation

This Master Class webinar is designed to enhance clinical outcomes for patients with anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries through evidence-based practices. Participants will explore critical decision-making strategies, individualized rehabilitation programs tailored to the patient’s unique injury and surgical profile, and advanced functional return-to-play testing protocols grounded in the latest research.

ACL injuries are prevalent in sports and active populations, with an estimated 350,000–400,000 cases annually in the United States, of which approximately 300,000 require surgical reconstruction. These injuries are rarely isolated, with 100% of cases involving a bone bruise, 47–66% involving meniscal damage, and 5–24% involving additional knee ligament injuries. Reinjury rates are concerning, with 14–35% of patients experiencing a second ACL injury.

This webinar will provide clinicians with the tools to optimize patient outcomes through comprehensive assessment, evidence-based rehabilitation, and precise return-to-play criteria.

Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this webinar, participants will be able to:

  1. Describe the anatomy and biomechanics of the ACL and associated knee structures.
  2. Conduct a comprehensive clinical examination, including a detailed subjective history and physical assessment.
  3. Analyze findings from clinical and functional assessments to develop individualized treatment plans based on involved structures.
  4. Understand various ACL surgical procedures and their implications for rehabilitation.
  5. Design evidence-based rehabilitation programs for patients post-ACL reconstruction.
  6. Develop and implement specific return-to-play functional assessment protocols.
  7. Evaluate data from return-to-play tests to determine readiness for sports participation.
  8. Apply problem-solving skills to create treatment plans for case studies presented during the webinar.
  9. Design and demonstrate targeted rehabilitation strategies for managing complications following ACL injuries.

Join us for an engaging session with Dr. Kevin E. Wilk, a renowned expert in sports rehabilitation, to elevate your approach to ACL injury management.

Course Details

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Registration

Volume 1: November 11th, 2025 – 6 pm CST

Continuing Education:

2 CEU’s

  • Approved for 2 CE hours for PTs and PTAs and that covers the following states:  AL, AR, CT, DE, HI, ID, IN, IA, KS, KY, ME, MA, MI, MT, NE, NH, (NY-exp 4/2027), NC, ND, OR, SC, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, WY
  • Northeast Seminars (BOC AP#P498) is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to provide continuing education to Athletic Trainers.  This program is eligible for a maximum of 2 Category A hours/CEUs.  ATs should claim only those hours actually spent in the educational program.BOC CE Seal
  • Certificate of attendance is digitally provided for Continuing Education Credit at the conclusion of each Season after completion of your evaluation within your online account.
  • Any questions on CE approval, please email us @ info@neseminars.com

References

Neurocognitive and Neuromuscular Rehabilitation Techniques after ACL Injury, Part 1: Optimizing Recovery in the Acute Post-Operative Phase- A Clinical Commentary.

Wilk KE, Ivey M, Thomas ZM, Lupowitz L.Int J Sports Phys Ther. 2024 Nov 2;19(11):1373-1385. doi: 10.26603/001c.124945. eCollection 2024.PMID: 39507089

 

Neurocognitive and Neuromuscular Rehabilitation Techniques after ACL injury – Part 2: Maximizing Performance in the Advanced Return to Sport Phase.

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Isokinetic Testing: Why it is More Important Today than Ever.

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Rehabilitation Principles of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstructed Knee: Twelve Steps for Successfu

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>The Need To Change Return to Play Testing in Athletes Following ACL Injury: A Theoretical Model.

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Bridge-Enhanced Anterior Cruciate Ligament Repair Is Not Inferior to Autograft Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction at 2 Years: Results of a Prospective Randomized Clinical Trial.

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Blood Flow Restriction Training.

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