Why ACL?
The ACL, or anterior cruciate ligament, is the most

ACL tears can happen a number of different ways, such as the result of a sudden twisting motion, landing incorrectly from a jump, or through direct contact or collision. There are three grades of tears, but most common is the complete rupture of the ligament. A brace or PT can help maintain the stability of the knee, but a fully torn ACL won't heal without surgery.

Note: There's a saying in Steamboat that you're not a local until you've blown a knee or a shoulder; please note that we do not advise going this particular route in the name of fitting in. Trust me, there's easier ways to make friends.
So what does all this have to do with massage?
Once the mountain closes in

But what about when the swelling goes down? How can massage help me then?
If you've never spent any time on crutches, consider yourself blessed. As unpleasant as the knee surgery itself can be, it's the recovery that's the real PITA. Being on crutches changes your posture and gait, often resulting in whole-body aching and soreness. Massage helps to ease that discomfort and stiffness and make the recovery process much more bearable.


Not just for knees
So the next time you're dealing with some sort of injury that may well require surgery, keep massage in mind as a tool for your healing arsenal. (That metaphor really doesn't parse well, does it?) Let's hope it doesn't come to that, but if it does, swing on in and see how much better we can make you feel.