Athlete Recovery: How Physical Therapy Helps Overcome Arthrogenic Muscle Inhibition in ACL Rehab
January 31st, 2025Arthrogenic muscle inhibition (AMI) is a phenomenon that often occurs after an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury or surgery, where the body’s muscles around the injured joint become inhibited or unable to activate fully due to pain, swelling, and joint instability. This inhibition is a protective response that can lead to muscle weakness, atrophy, and