SOS cruciate: Hilterapia^® from prevention to rehabilitation

“To limit the possibility of tearing the ACL, explains Doctor Valentina Rivetti, physiotherapist and owner of the “Centro Vilora” which numbers several professional football players among its patients – maintaining a good general muscle tone is fundamental. Training the lower limbs, synergic of the action of the cruciate ligaments is a priority, training the trunk must not be underestimated, Stretching too is not a secondary issue: good muscle elasticity ensures an improved mobility”.

From the point of view of prevention, laser therapy can be of assistance.

“Undergoing Hilterapia^® sessions, in particular, is confirmed useful on a preventive basis, especially when you feel a small muscle or joint discomfort which can be a warning for more serious pathologies, such as for example muscle injuries. Indicative of low muscle elasticity, if not treated correctly, these problems lead to a further shortening of the muscle group in question”.

If prevention is not enough and the cruciate should tear in any case, the problem can be addressed by resorting to surgery or to conservative treatment. Whether an operation is accepted or not, rehabilitation is decisive for a good recovery.

“During the phase immediately after the surgery, Hilterapia^® is a valid technology for disposing of the liquids and of the oedema which may have arisen in the perioperative areas. Its contribution is also effective when treating the scars, helping healing delays, improving the aesthetic appearance and in treating the collection area of the new ligament which is often on the back of the thigh and where the cut is very painful. Thanks to its antalgic effect, Hilterapia^®, is not only effective on the associated pain, but also on the repair. Even should surgery not be chosen, Hilterapia^® is an ally which allows reducing the inflammation caused by the trauma and enables a quick start of the conservative rehabilitation path for muscle strengthening and mobility recovery”.