The reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) has long represented a cornerstone in the surgical management of knee instability, particularly among athletes. In recent years, however, the ...

Adolescent anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery can preserve health and restore function of the knee joint, but the surgical cost has outpaced inflation. Objectives: The number of ...

Introduction: The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) rupture frequently leads to instability of the knee joint, which subsequently damages other intra-articular structures. The combination of ACL ...

Objectives To determine development of new and worsening meniscal damage over 5 years after acute anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury comparing rehabilitation plus early ACL reconstruction (‘early ...

Background This cross-sectional study aimed to examine whether appraisal of knee function, psychological and demographic factors were related to returning to the preinjury sport and recreational ...

Treatment of ruptured anterior cruciate ligaments The ACL is one of the major stabilising ligaments of the knee. It connects the thigh bone (femur) to the shin bone (tibia), and once it ruptures, it ...

A total of 74 patients (47 men and 27 women) between the ages of 15 and 40 years were recruited to participate in this single-blinded, randomized controlled trial. All patients underwent ACL ...

In 1995, it was reported that 60,000 to 75,000 anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstructions were being performed annually in the United States. Successful long-term results are achieved in 75% to ...

Ligaments are fibrous connective tissue that connect the bones together and keep them stable. The cruciate ligaments (anterior cruciate ligament and posterior cruciate ligament) control the front and ...

Get to know the factors that make women more vulnerable to ACL tears and how they can reduce their risk of knee injuries. Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tears: Internal Brace Is The Future Of ACL ...