Kinetic Interlimb Asymmetries in Walking After ACL Reconstruction: Longitudinal Study (onlinelibrary.wiley.com)

• Asymmetries in vertical loading resolved by 6 months post-ACLR.
• Propulsive impulse asymmetry persisted at 8 months.
• Findings support late-stage rehabilitation focus on propulsion training.

"This study tracked kinetic asymmetries during walking in patients from 2 to 8 months after ACL reconstruction. Asymmetries in loading and propulsion were assessed via force plates. Results indicate that while asymmetries reduce over time, significant differences persist at 8 months in propulsive forces, suggesting need for targeted rehabilitation."