Anterior Cruciate Ligament injuries, or ACL, are common amongst athletes, the injury can be both debilitating and excruciating. 

Over 75% of ACL injuries progress to surgery and require exercise-based rehabilitation post-reconstruction. however many still struggle to recover and are unable to return to sport.

New research from Edith Cowan University Electrical brain stimulation could be the key to getting athletes back on track. 

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Produced By: Madeleine Caffieri

Featured In Story: Dr Casey Waife- West Coast Eagles Head Physician and Report Co-Author

First aired on The Wire, Monday 3 February 2025