The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is the main stabilizer of the knee and is paramount in staying active in sports and safely ambulating each day. Injury to the ACL can be common in athletes but can also occur with simple falls. Luckily, there are many treatment options to stabilize the knee and get back to sport.
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tears
The ACL is one of the main structures in the knee joint and works in concert with multiple tendons, ligaments, and protective cartilage to aid in smooth and pain-free motion.
Depending on the severity and location of an ACL tear, there are multiple options for treatment. From repair of the ligament to reconstruction with a graft, surgeons will choose the best treatment to get patients back as fast as possible.
Although ACL surgery can be complex, recent advances in technology and literature have improved the surgeon's ability to provide safe and reproducible care while repairing an ACL tear.
Surgery for ACL reconstruction has become more minimally invasive over time and recovery from surgery has become expedited. Newer techniques and innovative implants are continuing to help get patients back to activity quickly and safely.
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