Most athletes return based on the calendar, not on testing. In our 45-minute assessment, we objectively measure strength, power, and other benchmarks that research links to a safer return, so you and your family can stop guessing and make the right choice based on where you are in your recovery.
You did the surgery. You did months of rehab. Someone told you, “You’re good to go.” Then you jump, cut, or plant for the first time, and that little voice in your head asks: What if it happens again?
That doubt isn’t in your head. Most return-to-sport decisions are based on time since surgery, not on whether the leg is actually strong enough. Six months, nine months, twelve months: the calendar doesn’t measure your quad. Testing does.
We measure quad, hamstring, hip, and calf strength on both legs and run Force Plate jumps for acceleration/deceleration metrics. These are real numbers compared against published standards.
You’ll see exactly which benchmarks you pass and which you don’t, and what each one means for your knee.
Ready, not ready, or ready with conditions. No vague “see how it feels.”
If you fall short, you won’t leave with bad news and nothing else. You’ll leave knowing exactly what work gets you to ready.
Wear what you train in.
Bring it or send it ahead if you have it. It’s not required.
Tell us a little about the knee and the timeline. We’ll confirm your time by phone or email. Prefer to talk? Calling 585-364-1586 reaches a physical therapist, not a call center.
