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Study finds ACL rehab can match surgery outcomes in Australia

Surgery not always needed: International research shows rehab alone can match ACL surgery outcomes for many patients, challenging Australia's heavy reliance on surgical treatment. Risks and realities: ...
The Conversation

Australia has the world’s highest rate of ACL reconstruction surgery. Rehab may be just as good

If you’ve ever watched a game of Australian rules football, rugby league or basketball, you’ve probably seen it happen: a player lands awkwardly, grabs their knee, and doesn’t get back up. An anterior ...
Medscape

One Third of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Ruptures Heal Naturally, But Long-Term Outcomes Remain Uncertain

VIENNA — Nearly one third of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries appear to heal without surgery, according to an analysis of three-dimensional MRI data taken from the NACOX study, presented as a ...
The Washington Post

A torn ACL can heal itself, new study shows. Surgeons disagree.

As any sports fan knows, a torn anterior cruciate ligament — or ACL — is a common and dreaded injury, sidelining thousands of athletes every season. Several countries planning to participate in the ...