Knee Ligament Injury (ACL Tear)
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Overview
A tear in the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), one of the major ligaments in the knee, often caused by sudden stops or changes in direction.
Symptoms
Sudden popping sound, severe pain, rapid swelling, instability, inability to bear weight.
Causes
Sports injuries (basketball, soccer, skiing), sudden pivoting, direct impact to knee, improper landing.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis information coming soon.
Treatment
Rest and physical therapy (minor tears), ACL reconstruction surgery, rehabilitation exercises, knee bracing.
Latest research
Long-term outcomes of meniscal-sparing vs meniscectomy approaches in ACL reconstruction: a systematic review with meta-analysis
Clinical trials
Completed
Altering Bone Microarchitecture and Mechanics by Off-label Pharmaceutical Intervention
Completed
Analgesic Benefits of Genicular Nerve Blocks of the Posterior Knee for Patients Undergoing Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction
Recruiting
A Single-center, Patient-blinded, Randomized, 2-year, Parallel-group, Superiority Study to Compare the Efficacy of Augmented ACL Integration Via Platelet-rich-plasma Enriched Collected Autologous Bone Versus Standard ACL Technique
Recruiting
Blood Flow Restriction Training in the Adolescent Patient: Effects on Muscle Strength and Overall Function Following Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Surgery
Recruiting
Bridge-enhanced ACL repair versus reconstruction (BEAR-III)
Recruiting
Effects of Quadriceps Focused Interventions in Adolescent With ACL Reconstruction
Completed
Performance and Safety of the Polylactic Interference Screw Used in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstructions
Completed
Postoperative ERIS Knee Splinting Following ACLR: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Completed
Reduced Knee Flexion Strength 18 Years After ACL Reconstruction in Hamstring Group