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2. Torn ACLs may heal with therapy instead of surgery, though ...

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   Surgery is almost always recommended to repair a torn ACL, which involves replacing the ligament with a new one called a graft made of tissue from a patient’s kneecap tendons or hamstrings, or ...

3. Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction - Wikipedia

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   Ligament Advanced Reinforcement System (LARS) The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) of the knee is commonly injured. There is insufficient re-vascularization of the ligament after complete rupture, which limits its ability to heal and necessitates reconstruction surgery. Within the last 20 years, new types of synthetic ligaments have been developed.

4. Orthopedic surgery - Wikipedia

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   Orthopedic surgery or orthopedics (alternative spelling orthopaedics) is the branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system. [1] Orthopedic surgeons use both surgical and nonsurgical means to treat musculoskeletal trauma , spine diseases , sports injuries , degenerative diseases , infections, tumors , and ...

5. Microfracture surgery - Wikipedia

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   The surgery was called "controversial" by many sportswriters, due to a lack of studies on the long-term effects and the fact that an unsuccessful surgery could end an athlete's career. [9] Steadman has also adapted the surgery into a treatment to help reattach torn ligaments (a technique he calls the "healing response"). [citation needed]

6. The best knee braces of 2024 - AOL

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   Best for: Meniscus Tear, ACL/PCL Injury, Sprain, Pain Relief | Material: ‎61% SBR 19% Polyester 10% Nylon 5% Rubber 5% PU | Adjustable? Finger-grab tabs for adjustment. Offering high support ...

7. Mark Zuckerberg undergoes surgery to replace ACL torn during ...

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   Treatment could involve anything from rest and physical therapy to surgery to replace the torn ligament, followed by physical therapy. Training programs exist to help reduce the risk of an ACL injury.