
Finding Fortitude
Finding Fortitude is hosted by Dr. Tori McIntire, PT, DPT, owner of Fortitude Physical Therapy and Wellness. This podcast is dedicated to helping former athletes build sustainable health habits and discover evidence-based strategies for managing pain through a whole-human perspective. Tori is on a mission to make a difference in healthcare by focusing on wellness instead of illness and by making you feel whole and supported instead of blamed and broken. If you're looking for information on how to re-claim your inner athlete and live your best life, you've come to the right place!
Finding Fortitude
All Things ACL Injuries with Steph Allen
If you or someone you know has ever experienced an ACL injury, this episode of Finding Fortitude is a must-listen. Today's guest is Dr. Steph Allen, a physical therapist, orthopedic clinical specialist, and founder of ACL Resolve—a virtual coaching platform helping athletes navigate rehabilitation after ACL injury or reconstruction. She’s a leading voice in ACL rehab and return-to-sport, and I’m so grateful she joined me to share her expertise.
In the episode, we dive into:
- What the ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) is and why it matters in athletics
- Steph's personal experience with ACL injury and reconstruction
- Common risk factors for ACL injuries (especially in female athletes)
- The evolving conversation around surgery vs. non-surgical rehab
- What high-quality ACL rehab should look like
- And more!
Whether you’re an athlete, clinician, coach, or just curious about ACL injuries, this episode is full of evidence-based insights and real-world experience to help you better understand the ACL rehab journey.
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Get in touch with Steph at www.aclresolve.com
Follow Steph on Instagram @stephallen.dpt
Supplemental material: Anterior cruciate ligament injury: towards a gendered environmental approach
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