Anterior cruciate ligament

Destined To Be A Pediatrician In one’s childhood, there is a very frequently asked question amongst oneself. This question, often asked by the elderly, is “what do you want to be when you grow up?” Very rarely does a child name off a career and truly pursue that same career it in the future. Growing up, there are several stages a child’s mind may and will go through. From changing their favorite Television shows as they age throughout the years, to changing their favorite color, song, or even…

frequently seen surgeries in Physical Therapy is the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction which is the result of an injury. The ACL is a ligament in the knee. The ligament crosses through to the back of the knee. In sports, an injury to the ACL has been known to take athletes out for a season. The anatomy of the ACL is created to support the knee. The ACL creates a cross in the knee when partnered with the posterior cruciate ligament (PCL). The PCL runs opposite the ACL and helps the…

As a collegiate athlete and growing up in the vast world of sports, I have seen my fair share of ACL tears in athletics. ACL stands for anterior cruciate ligament. It is a located in the center of the knee. This injury tends to be common in soccer, football, and basketball. For my research paper I focused on the topic of ACL tears in athletes. My research question was, “What factors put athletes more at risk of tearing their ACL, and if torn, how do athletes bounce back mentally and physically…

Knee injuries are all too common in athletics, and orthopedic surgeons say there’s a growing number of teens and children suffering them, especially torn ACLs. The ACL or the anterior cruciate ligament connects the thigh bone to the shin bone, and it also helps stabilize the knee. Now, more than 40 years since the passage of Title IX, research shows girls are more likely than boys to suffer a torn ACL. In fact, experts say it’s the most common knee injury among women athletes at all levels;…

ACL injuries are amongst the most widespread knee injuries. The ACL, which stands for anterior cruciate ligament, is a ligament in the knee that joins the upper leg bone with the lower leg bone. While minor ACL tears can sometimes heal on their own with time, a more severe tear can require a lot of orthopedic rehab. Keeping your body strong and flexible will give you more control over your body’s movements and will help prevent the chance of injury. There are three important habits people can…

Knee injuries are all too common in athletics, and orthopedic surgeons say there’s a growing number of teens and children suffering them, especially torn ACLs. The ACL or the anterior cruciate ligament connects the thigh bone to the shin bone, and it also helps stabilize the knee. Now, more than 40 years since the passage of Title IX, the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM) says approximately 150,000 ACL injuries happen every year in the U.S. with female athletes two to…

Physical therapy is more of a passion for me than a career choice. Physical therapy has directly and positively impacted my life, as well as the lives of others I care about, and the lives of those in my care. As a future physical therapist, I am driven to help people improve their lives through movement, not only for their sake, but also for sake of their family, loved ones and supporters whose lives have also been impacted. Physical therapy has a positive and transformative effect on many…

Recent research declares knee injuries as one of the most common injuries observed in sports.(1/1) Knee injuries stand out as one of the most prevalent injuries to occur in American football.(2/3) Knee injuries often result in surgery or discontinued practice for an extended period of time, which has the potential to be harmful to an athlete’s career. In hopes of reducing the incidence of knee injury, sports medicine professionals created prophylactic knee braces. Initially made with the intent…

Exercise in Individuals with ACL-Reconstructed Knees” because a close friend of mine currently tore his ACL for the second time and is in the process of rehabilitation in order to return back to his recreational activities. As an athlete myself Anterior Cruciate…

Every patient experiences an ACL injury different, but there are some common symptoms associated with an ACL tear. Pain can range from minimal and transient to severe and lasting. The pain may be described as being deep in the knee but more anterior. Most individuals that tear their ACL experience a popping, snapping or tearing sensation during injury. With a tear there will be rapid swelling and weight bearing leads to a feeling of the knee giving way or “just not feel right” as described…