Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injury

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PostedNovember 16, 2018

Last Updated OnFebruary 22, 2019

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The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the four major ligaments in the middle of the knee. Changing direction rapidly, slowing down when running and landing from a jump may cause tears in the ACL. Athletes who participate in skiing and basketball, and athletes who wear cleats, such as football players, are susceptible to ACL injuries.

Getting a Leg up on ACL Tears by Abraham Shurland, MD.

ACL Injuries – Implications for the Female Athlete by Abraham Shurland, MD.

Podcast – Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction with Abraham Shurland, MD.

The five physical therapy goals after ACL Reconstruction by James Knowles, DPT.

Knee Exercise Instructions

More Information:

More on ACL Injury from the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS).

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