Expert ACL Rehab Physical Therapy in Wilmington, NC
Get back to your sport faster and stronger with ACL rehab designed for everyday athletes. Full 60-minute one-on-one sessions focused on returning you to peak performance.
Don't Let ACL Surgery Fears Keep You From Your Goals
Whether you're preparing for surgery or recovering from reconstruction, you deserve specialized care that understands your athletic goals.
Fear of Re-Injury
You're hesitant to return to cutting, jumping, or pivoting movements because you don't trust your knee yet. Generic protocols don't address the psychological barriers athletes face.
Losing Your Competitive Edge
Every week of inadequate rehab means more strength loss, reduced explosiveness, and time away from your sport. Cookie-cutter PT doesn't restore the performance you need.
Rehabbing Alone Without Guidance
You're doing exercises from YouTube, unsure if you're progressing safely or risking setbacks. You need expert eyes on your movement patterns and clear benchmarks for return to sport.
Why Wilmington Athletes Choose Conquer Movement
We specialize in ACL rehab for everyday athletes who demand more than basic physical therapy. Our Doctors of Physical Therapy combine sport-specific training with proven ACL recovery protocols.
Full 60-minute one-on-one sessions with a DPT—never shared attention or rushed appointments
Sport-specific ACL protocols designed for athletes returning to cutting, jumping, and high-impact activities
Progressive return-to-sport testing using objective benchmarks to clear you for competition safely
"When I came to Conquer PT I had already been to two other PT businesses for the same issue. My problem had actually gotten worse from the previous PT. Before my injury I was incredibly active, getting on average 18,000 steps daily. After only 6 treatment sessions with Dr. Matt I'm already at 15,000 steps, with an average of 12k most days."
Your Path Back to Competition: Simple Steps to Recovery
Schedule Your Free Consultation
Discovery call to discuss your injury timeline, surgical details, sport-specific goals, and see if our ACL rehab program is the right fit for your needs.
Comprehensive Initial Evaluation
60-minute movement assessment analyzing strength deficits, range of motion, gait mechanics, and sport-specific movements to create your personalized ACL recovery plan.
Execute Your Custom Recovery Plan
Progressive rehabilitation through healing phases—from early mobility to strength building to plyometric training—with objective testing before return to sport clearance.
ACL Injuries We Treat in Wilmington, NC
Our specialized ACL rehab physical therapy in Wilmington addresses all stages of ACL injury and recovery for athletes at every level.
Post-ACL Reconstruction Rehab (allograft and autograft procedures including patellar tendon, hamstring, and quad tendon grafts)
Pre-Surgery ACL Prehabilitation (optimizing strength and range of motion before reconstruction for better outcomes)
Non-Surgical ACL Management (conservative treatment for partial tears or athletes choosing to avoid surgery with activity modification)
Real Results from Wilmington Athletes We've Helped
Meet the Doctors of Physical Therapy Leading Your ACL Recovery
Owner/Founder with 10 years in sports medicine. Specializes in injury prevention, performance optimization, and helping athletes return stronger from ACL injuries. Passionate about reducing re-injury risk and optimizing athletic performance.
Graduated summa cum laude from Northeastern University with Sports Strength & Conditioning concentration. Former elite tennis player and certified personal trainer who combines manual therapy, dry needling, and targeted exercise programs for ACL recovery.
Combines Physical Therapy expertise with Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist credentials. Graduate of Wingate University who provides comprehensive ACL rehab using sport-specific strength training and performance optimization strategies.
Former First Team All-American football player with NFL experience. Specializes in performance-focused rehabilitation, functional dry needling, and neuromotor system training to help athletes return to cutting and pivoting sports.
Visit Our Wilmington ACL Rehab Clinic
Conveniently located on Wrightsville Avenue, we serve athletes throughout Wilmington and the surrounding areas.
Just 17 minutes from downtown Wilmington via US-76 E/Oleander Dr. Take Chestnut St to Dawson St, turn right onto US-76 E/Oleander Dr, then left onto Hawthorne Dr and right onto Wrightsville Ave. Conveniently located near Landfall Shopping Center and Mayfaire Town Center, just minutes from Hanover Center.
ACL Rehab Questions Answered
Most athletes require 9-12 months of structured ACL rehab before safely returning to cutting and pivoting sports. However, timelines vary based on graft type, surgical technique, individual healing, and sport demands. We use objective return-to-sport testing including strength symmetry, hop testing, and movement quality assessments to determine when you're truly ready—not just a calendar date.
North Carolina is a direct access state, meaning you can see a physical therapist without a physician's referral. However, we recommend coordinating with your orthopedic surgeon, especially post-ACL reconstruction, to ensure alignment with surgical protocols and clearance milestones.
We operate as an out-of-network provider, which allows us to provide full 60-minute one-on-one sessions without insurance limitations on visit frequency or treatment techniques. Many clients use their out-of-network benefits, and we provide superbills for reimbursement. We also accept FSA and HSA cards.
Unlike traditional PT clinics where you might share your therapist's attention with 2-3 other patients, you receive dedicated one-on-one care for the full hour. Our Doctors of Physical Therapy specialize in working with athletes and understand sport-specific demands. We use a gym-like environment with proper equipment for loading, plyometrics, and agility work—not just resistance bands and therapy tables.