Expert Physiotherapy For ACL Injuries In North London
At BOOST PHYSIO, our expert physiotherapists love helping patients recover from ACL injuries and ACL surgery every day. Whether you’re hoping to avoid surgery altogether, preparing for ACL reconstruction, or recovering post-op, we provide specialist physiotherapy tailored to your situation.
BOOST PHYSIO is trusted by orthopaedic knee surgeons to guide their patients to a full recovery after surgery through effective ACL rehabilitation and back to sport!
How many sessions of physio are you likely to need after ACL surgery and how long? Typically you will be with our physios for 15-25 sessions over 6-9 months to ensure your best recovery. This MUST BE CONVENIENT. That is why we have 9 private BOOST PHYSIO clinics across London and Hertfordshire to ensure it your physio is close to home and we have appointments 8am to 9pm and weekends too. And not to mention our gyms to get your full recovery.
1. Can I Avoid ACL Reconstruction Surgery With Physiotherapy?
Not every anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury needs surgery. At BOOST PHYSIO, we help many patients recover and return to active lifestyles with specialised non-surgical ACL physiotherapy rehab. BUT the vast majority of patients we see with anterior cruciate ligament injury or rupture DO have ACL reconstruction surgery.
Our expert physiotherapists carry out a thorough assessment to understand the severity of your injury, your knee stability, lifestyle demands, and activity goals. From there, we create a personalised rehab plan focusing on:
✅ Strengthening surrounding muscles
✅ Improving knee stability and control
✅ Addressing pain, swelling, and range of movement
✅ Supporting return to walking, sport, or daily activities
Research shows that with the right physiotherapy, many patients can avoid ACL surgery and still achieve excellent function – especially if they don’t participate in high-level pivoting sports. We have had many rugby players who have had full ACL rupture and who have not had surgery on their knee- rehab and manage to continue playing sport without the need for surgery.
However, every patient and injury is different and decisions to manage a ruptured Anterior Cruciate Ligament without surgery must be carefully considered. If a person’s knee frequently gives way or buckles- each episode of giving way could be damaging the knee joint causing accelerated wear and tear of the knee joint- in these cases we always recommend getting an expert surgical opinion on reconstruction.
2. ACL Pre-hab: Preparing For Surgery The Right Way
If surgery is the best route for you, prehabilitation (pre-hab) is crucial- getting your knee and body in the best shape for surgery. Our BOOST PHYSIO team works with leading orthopaedic knee surgeon consultants to help you prepare for ACL reconstruction and get the best possible surgical outcome.
Benefits of Prehab With BOOST PHYSIO:
✅ Reduces pain and swelling before surgery.
✅ Restores normal knee range of motion before ACL surgery, if you have surgery on a stiff knee, you will come out with a stiff knee.
✅ Improves strength and muscle control.
✅ Accelerates recovery post-surgery
We help patients in St John’s Wood, Golders Green, Highgate, Kensington, Radlett, Borehamwood, Hendon and across London prepare physically and mentally for ACL surgery. Better function going into surgery means a smoother, faster recovery afterwards.
3. Physio Rehab After ACL Surgery
Recovering after ACL reconstruction can feel daunting, but you’re in safe hands with BOOST PHYSIO. We’ve helped thousands of people recover after knee surgery. Our post-op ACL rehabilitation follows the latest evidence-based protocols and is tailored to your personal goals – whether that’s returning to sport, running, hiking, or just feeling confident on your feet again.
Post-surgical ACL rehab includes:
✅ Reducing pain and swelling quickly post-op as these limit restoring mobility to the knee.
✅ Restoring full knee extension (straightening of the knee) as quickly as possible- can take up to 6 weeks post op.
✅ Activating knee muscles post-op to regain movement and strength.
✅ Gradual return to weight-bearing and walking (initially with crutches after surgery for 1-4 weeks post-op usually).
✅ Advanced and progressive proprioception and balance training
✅ Gym based stregnthening and weight lifting exercise.
✅ Sports-specific rehab and injury prevention
We regularly liaise with your orthopaedic consultant to ensure your rehab is on track. Our local North London physiotherapy clinics offer a convenient and supportive environment to recover.
📍 BOOST PHYSIO Clinics Specialising in ACL Injury Rehabilitation
BOOST PHYSIO has 9 expert physiotherapy clinics across London and Hertfordshire, helping patients recover from ACL injuries with personalised, hands-on care and evidence-based rehabilitation. Whether you’re avoiding surgery, preparing for ACL reconstruction, or recovering post-operatively, our friendly and experienced team is here to help.
We welcome patients from the following areas seeking specialist ACL physiotherapy:
📍 Hampstead NW3 Physiotherapy Clinic – supporting ACL injury rehab for patients from Hampstead Village, Belsize Park, Cricklewood NW2, Hampstead Garden Suburb, and Golders Green.
📍 Swiss Cottage Physiotherapy Clinic – providing ACL rehab and prehab for patients from Belsize Park, Swiss Cottage, and South End Green.
📍 Hendon NW4 Physiotherapy Clinic – located near Brent Cross, this clinic supports ACL injury recovery for patients in Hendon, Golders Green, and Colindale.
📍 Kensington W8 Physiotherapy Clinic – offering expert ACL physiotherapy close to Holland Park, Notting Hill, and Earls Court.
📍 Elstree WD6 Physiotherapy Clinic – providing ACL prehab and post-op rehab for patients from Radlett, Stanmore, and Bushey.
📍 East Finchley N2 Physiotherapy Clinic – helping patients from Muswell Hill, Highgate, Hampstead Garden Suburb, West Finchley, Woodside Park, and Finchley Central recover from ACL injuries.
📍 Mill Hill NW7 Physiotherapy Clinic – treating ACL injuries and post-surgical recovery for patients near Totteridge, Edgware, and Burnt Oak.
📍 Borehamwood WD6 Physiotherapy Clinic – supporting ACL rehab for patients from Shenley, Aldenham, Bricket Wood, Watford, and Rickmansworth.
📍 Muswell Hill N10 Physiotherapy Clinic – providing ACL physiotherapy and sports injury rehab for patients from Crouch End, Alexandra Palace, and Hornsey.
At BOOST PHYSIO, we create tailored ACL recovery programmes based on your goals—whether you’re returning to sport, recovering from surgery, or building knee strength to avoid an operation. With same-day appointments, expert hands-on care, and targeted exercise plans, we help you return to full function safely and effectively.
👉 Book your ACL physio appointment now, or call us on 020 8201 7788 to get started.
