Abstract Looking towards the future, there is great interest in developing tissue engineered ACL replacements that have the potential to mimic the native ACL in terms of both biological and…
Abstract The objective measurement of knee motion during functional activities with 3D motion analysis has provided great insights into the restoration of knee biomechanics after ACL reconstructions and any remaining…
Introduction Historically, anterior laxity in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) deficient knees was treated surgically by isolated tenodesis, as described by Lemaire or MacIntosh. This procedure was largely abandoned in favor…
Abstract Modern intra-articular anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstructive techniques produce clinically stable ligament reconstruction in the majority of cases. In ACL reconstruction, however, the strength of the grafted tendon is…
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction is one of the most frequently performed operative procedures, with more than 100,000 reconstructions performed annually in the United States alone. Autogenous bone–patellar tendon–bone (BPTB)…
Vascular complications after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstructions cause serious morbidity and potential mortality. Based on a systematic review of the literature, this chapter will present the current knowledge on…
Introduction A variety of autograft and allograft tissues can be used for reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), and a number of different tools and techniques can be used…
Vascular complications after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstructions cause serious morbidity and potential mortality. Based on a systematic review of the literature, this chapter will present the current knowledge on…
Introduction Leg numbness due to nerve damage is one of the considerable complications after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction using both bone–patellar tendon–bone (BPTB) and medial hamstring tendons. Such patients…
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries And Their Treatment Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries are usually sustained by a young and active population, often under pressure to continue heavy labor or sports…
