An increasing number of young people are tearing their ACLs, and an innovative procedure is now approved for use on the youngest patients. To repair an ACL, surgeons typically borrow tissue from ...

New research from orthopedic specialists at Marshall Health Network and the Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine demonstrates promising outcomes for patients undergoing anterior ...

New research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) has uncovered a surprising result in athletes following anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction, which could impact their return to sports. ACL ...

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) — It’s a phrase most athletes never want to hear: ACL reconstruction. However, New Mexico just had its first operation for a new procedure that could mean better success and recovery ...

ACL repair with internal brace augmentation may be associated with increased risk for reinjury among patients younger than 40 ...

An injured anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is a common sports injury—especially in athletes who run, jump, cut, or pivot. Many people describe the moment the injury happens the same way: a sudden pop ...

Researchers estimate that about 20% of patients who undergo anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction will develop posttraumatic osteoarthritis (OA) within 10 years after surgery. That ...

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 ...

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: ...