ACL Confidence Linked to Increased Second Injury Risk After Reconstruction (ptinquest.libsyn.com)

• Higher confidence increases second ACL injury risk
• Confidence effect independent of return-to-sport criteria
• Psychological factors should be integrated into rehab

"A 2021 study in J Orthop Res by Paterno et al. found that higher confidence after ACL reconstruction was associated with an increased risk of a second ACL injury, even when return-to-sport criteria were met. The findings highlight the need to address psychological factors in rehabilitation to mitigate reinjury risk."