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Chapter 8150Abstract Objective: The main study objective was to determine whether the KROS rehabilitation protocol is feasible. Design: Feasibility studySetting: During the KROS rehabilitation, subjects were prepared for their skate training by implementing skate specific exercises. Once the strength of the ACL reconstructed leg reached at least 80% of the non-involved leg, skate training was initiatedParticipants: 15 participants were recruited for rehabilitation after ACL reconstruction according to the KROS rehabilitation protocol.Main Outcome Measures: Feasibility was defined as less than 30% loss of compliance, an overall participant reported rating > 6/10 on NRS scale at the end of rehabilitation and no serious adverse events related to the rehabilitation.Results: Due to COVID-19 and the associated closure of the ice stadium, only 5 subjects were able to complete the KROS rehabilitation protocol. Overall loss of compliance was 20%. The KROS rehabilitation protocol was rewarded with a 6.8/10 overall on the NRS scale. No adverse events were recorded. Conclusions: The incorporation of speed skating in a rehabilitation protocol after ACL reconstruction is feasible and may enhance compliance during training. Future research is needed to determine whether objective outcomes as strength and functional capabilities are at least non-inferior to current common practice. Mark Zee.indd 150 03-01-2024 08:56