Fitness
IKDC Knee Score
The IKDC knee score is a standardized subjective measure of symptoms and sport function—commonly used to track ACL recovery and research outcomes.
The IKDC knee score—International Knee Documentation Committee subjective form—rates symptoms, sports participation, and knee confidence on standardized scales used widely in ACL research and clinics. It helps compare outcomes across graft types and rehab programs.
Low sport-function items often persist even when daily walking feels fine, signaling readiness gaps before cutting sports. Pair IKDC trends with objective hop and strength symmetry.
Common questions
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How is IKDC different from Lysholm?
Both are patient-reported; IKDC is common in ACL research and sport-function items, while Lysholm is a compact legacy score. Clinics may use either or both.
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