Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries (ACL)

What is the diagnosis of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries (ACL)?

In diagnosing an ACL sprain, your doctor will want to know exactly how you hurt your knee. He or she will ask about: The type of movement that caused the injury (knee twist, sudden stop, pivot, direc....

What is the treatment of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries (ACL)?

For Grade I and Grade II ACL sprains, initial treatment follows the RICE rule:   RICE   R   Rest the joint   I   Ice the injured area to reduce swelling   C Compress the....

What is the expected duration of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries (ACL)?

How long you have problems depends on the severity of your injury, your rehabilitation program and the types of sports you play. In most cases, full recovery takes 4 to 12.......

What are the symptoms of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries (ACL)?

Symptoms of an ACL injury can include: Feeling a "pop" inside your knee when the ACL tears Significant knee swelling and deformity within a few hours after injury Severe knee pain that prevents y....

Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries (ACL): When should one seek medical advice?

Call your doctor immediately if your knee becomes swollen or deformed, even if it is not painful. This is especially important if you cannot bear weight on your injured knee or if the knee feels as if....