Ronnie Barnes PFATS Educational Series: What’s New in ACL Reconstruction: Surgical Interventions, Rehabilitation and Return-to-Sport Testing
Abstract:
Injury to the anterior cruciate ligament occurs to athletes across the spectrum of skill levels and age ranges. Athletic trainers should be aware of the available surgical interventions and rehabilitation protocols associated with a full return to previous functional capacity and activity level. This presentation will cover contemporary rehabilitation concepts used in professional football with the intent of having them transferable to any patient under the care of an athletic trainer. Evidence based return to activity parameters based on traditional strength testing, functional testing and performance measures with the intent of optimizing outcomes will be presented.
Learning Objectives:
- Outline the phases of rehabilitation following ACL surgery emphasizing the goals and interventions in each phase from initial recovery to functional training.
- Discuss the specific tests and criteria used to determine readiness for return to sport post-ACL reconstruction, including functional and performance measures.
- Evaluate current research and evidence-based practices related to surgical techniques, rehabilitation protocols and return to sport testing to optimize patient outcomes.
Level:
Advanced
Domain(s):
Domain 1: Risk Reduction Wellness and Health Literacy
Domain 4: Therapeutic Intervention
Domain 5: Health Care Administration and Professional Responsibility
Orthopedic Domain(s):
Domain 2: Procedural Knowledge
Keywords:
Anterior cruciate ligament; reconstruction; return-to-sport testing
CEUs:
1.0 Category A
In order to earn your CEUs, you must watch the session video in its entirety, complete the assessment, and receive a certificate of completion. Your statement of credit, reflecting the total CEUs earned for on-demand sessions, will be uploaded to your NATA EducATe transcript in early November. The maximum CEUs to be awarded are: up to 20 CEUs for On-Demand Only Registrants; and up to 5 CEUs for In-Person Attendees (A statement of credit for 15 in-person CEUs will be issued separately.) CEUs will only be awarded for sessions that have a certificate of completion.
Course Expiration:
All sessions of the NATA 76th Symposia On-Demand must be completed by October 31, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. CDT.
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Kevin Kaplan, MD
Jonathan Boone, PT, DPT, MS, LAT, ATC
Jonathan Boone, PT, DPT, MS, LAT, ATC serves as the Director of Rehabilitation and Assistant Athletic Trainer for the Miami Dolphins. With more than a decade of experience in the NFL and a diverse clinical background, he plays a critical role in the recovery and performance of the team’s athletes.
Boone began his tenure with the Dolphins in 2018 as a Physical Therapist and Assistant Athletic Trainer before being promoted to his current role in 2021. His previous NFL experience includes time with the New York Jets as a Seasonal Assistant Athletic Trainer in 2008 and internships with the Seattle Seahawks in 2006 and 2007.
He holds a Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training from the University of Delaware, a Master of Science in Athletic Training from the University of Kentucky, and a Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine.
Boone is a licensed and certified athletic trainer and physical therapist, with credentials including PT, DPT, MS, ATC, and LAT.
Robert Hoenshel, DPT, ATC, CSCS, SCS, PES
Robert Hoenshel, DPT, ATC, CSCS, SCS, PES serves as the Associate Athletic Trainer and Physical Therapist for the Jacksonville Jaguars, a role he has held since 2014. With extensive experience in sports rehabilitation and performance, he plays an integral role in the care, recovery, and conditioning of the team’s athletes.
Hoenshel earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy from Arcadia University, as well as a Master of Physical Therapy and a Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training from the University of North Florida. He holds multiple advanced credentials, including PT, ATC, CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist), SCS (Sports Certified Specialist), and PES (Performance Enhancement Specialist).