Knee Deep ACL Recovery is led by a licensed physical therapist with over 20 years of experience analyzing movement and preparing athletes for high-level return to sport after ACL surgery.

Return to Skiing Stronger Than Before

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Knee Deep ACL Recovery is led by a licensed physical therapist with over 20 years of experience analyzing movement and preparing athletes for high-level return to sport after ACL surgery.

Confidence comes from preparation

Many athletes finish physical therapy rehab but they are still not confident that their knee will hold up to the demands of sports. Return to skiing takes more than generic exercises. You need real strength, clear progression, and coaching that teaches you how to train with awareness.

We focus on:

  • Rebuilding muscular strength and capacity

  • Identifying and correcting compensations

  • Progressing safely into running, jumping and landing

  • Preparing your body for ski specific forces

  • Teaching you how to monitor your own movement

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Who Is Remote Physical Therapy and Performance Coaching For

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Online physical therapy and coaching is designed for active professionals who:

  • Have completed early stage rehabilitation

  • Are walking without pain

  • Feel like they need more than generic physical therapy

  • Are willing to train consistently and progressively

  • Cannot attend regular in person visits

  • Are comfortable using online platforms

  • Get frustrated with the hassle of insurance due to high deductibles or limited authorized PT visits

  • Prefer to pay out of pocket

  • Enjoy working with an expert to meet personal goals

  • Want to return to skiing after ACL or knee injury

If you are looking for a highly collaborative process and want to take ownership of your return to sport journey, this is the program for you.

Train using your detailed, daily rehabilitation program. Communicate with your coach, make modifications and measure your progress for every workout.

We will work hard with you, every step of the way.

Remote Physical Therapy and Coaching Services

  • Start with an Initial Assessment to understand exactly what is limiting your progress.

    Fee: $250

    • Review training history, previous injuries, and current concerns

    • Discuss your goals, timeline, and expectations

    • Assess your mobility, motor control and current strength level

    • Identify clear recommendations for next steps and appropriate coaching level

  • For individuals who want individualized coaching, detailed feedback, and ongoing progression toward returning to skiing.

    Fee: $800/mo

    Includes:

    • Fully individualized programming

    • Ongoing adjustments based on progress

    • Video review and movement correction

    • Direct communication with your coach

    • Progression into running, jumping, and ski specific loading

    This program provides the structure needed to build the strength, control, and confidence required to return to skiing prepared.

  • For athletes who wants the highest level of involvement and coaching access throughout their program.

    This is a more responsive experience, with frequent feedback, detailed movement analysis, and ongoing program adjustments.

    Fee: $1600/mo

    Best suited for individuals who value:

    • high-level oversight during return to sport phases of rehab

    • Priority access

    • Live coaching sessions

    • A highly collaborative coaching experience


    You are still responsible for the work. But you will have a performance coach by your side while you train.

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Meet the Founder

Kyla Russell, PT, SCS, ATC, CSCS, XPS

Knee Deep ACL Recovery was built on more than credentials. It was built on thousands of hours analyzing movement, researching injury patterns, standing on sidelines, running on fields, and working face to face with athletes.

For over 20 years, I have worked with athletes across all ages and levels of competition. As a Physical Therapist, Certified Athletic Trainer, Performance Coach, and Strength and Conditioning Specialist, my professional interests have consistently centered on athletes, ACL injuries and knee rehabilitation.

Many athletes complete formal rehabilitation, yet still lack the strength and movement control required for the dynamic demands of skiing. Others progress too quickly into running and jumping before underlying compensations have been fully addressed.

I approach return to skiing with clinical precision and performance standards. Movement is analyzed in detail. Compensations are identified and corrected. Strength is developed progressively. Running, jumping, and ski specific loading are introduced when your knee is ready and not prematurely.

As a snowboarder, hiker, and year round mountain resident, I understand the physical and psychological demands of winter sport. Skiing places high loads on the knee under variable and unpredictable conditions. Preparation for that environment needs a coach with the experience.

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Athlete Testimonials

  • KB

    Kyla is incredibly knowledgeable and perceptive, bringing a blend of physical therapy expertise, clinical awareness, coaching, and mind/body health. Her assessment skills are exceptional, and as someone who had never experienced a knee injury before, I didn’t know what recovery should look like. She quickly recognized that I wasn’t progressing as expected and guided me back to my surgeon, which led to an additional procedure I wouldn’t have known I needed without her.  She consistently goes above and beyond and is truly a rock star in her field.

  • CG

    I have worked with Kyla after multiple surgeries, and the depth of her experience is evident in every session. I'm deeply appreciative of her compassionate, constructive approach to the rehab and return to sport process. If you're seeking expert guidance to get your knee feeling not just 'better' but ready to confidently perform, there's no one I recommend more than Kyla. 

  • MT

    In October 2024, when I was 7 weeks away from running the Amsterdam Marathon, I hurt my left knee after a tempo workout and couldn't put any weight on it. Two weeks after seeing Kyla and getting her excellent help I was back on my running program and completed the marathon without injury. I've continued to follow her strengthening program and resolved my long-term muscle imbalance. She's the best!

  • KW

    When I tore my ACL, I was initially referred to Kyla as she is the local "knee genius" and she easily lived up to that reputation. She was my primary PT from surgery all the way to return to sport and I couldn't be happier with the outcome. Early in my recovery, she had a knack for knowing exactly where needed attention and adjusting it so that I was on the right track. When I was to the strengthening phase, she had a great balance of pushing me to my limits with power/coordination/endurance exercises while also promoting healing. I returned to skiing after 9 months and had total confidence in my knee, thanks to Kyla. Not only is she incredibly professional, she is a pleasure to work with.

  • BT

    After two partial knee replacements within a month, Kyla’s rehab was transformative. Along with the surgical recovery, my biggest challenge was the total leg realignment. Everything from my hips to feet had to readjust. Kyla worked directly with my surgeon and created a custom recovery and PT plan. Less than 18 months later, I’m training for my first half-marathon in a decade. Truly exceptional.