Which statement best describes remodeling phase goals?

• A. Control and clean-up injured tissues.
• B. Restore full ROM and begin skill exercises.
• C. Engage in gradual strengthening and functional activity as remodeling occurs.
• D. Return to sport immediately.

Answer: (C)

In remodeling, tissues become stronger and more organized, and the goal is to gradually increase what the injured area can tolerate through progressive loading. This means progressively advancing strengthening and functional activities as the tissue gains tolerance, aligning training with the tissue’s maturation and realignment of collagen. That’s why the statement about gradual strengthening and functional activity during remodeling is the best fit. Restoring full ROM and skill exercises or returning to sport abruptly would either occur earlier or too soon, while the early focus is on clean-up and control from the inflammatory phase, not on pushing strength and function to their limits.