An ACL injury is the tearing of the anterior cruciate (KROO-she-ate) ligament, or ACL, inside your knee joint. An ACL injury most commonly occurs during sports that involve sudden stops and changes in direction — such as basketball, soccer, tennis and volleyball. Immediately after an ACL injury, your knee may swell, feel unstable and become too painful to bear weight. Many people hear or feel a "pop" in their knee when an ACL injury occurs. Depending on the severity of your ACL injury, treatment may include surgery to replace the torn ligament followed by rehabilitation exercises to help you regain strength and stability. If your favorite sport involves pivoting or jumping, a proper training program may help reduce your chances of an ACL injury. At the time of an ACL injury, signs and symptoms may include: A loud "pop" sound Severe pain and inability to continue activity Knee swelling that usually worsens for hours after the injury occurs A feeling of instability or "giving way" with weight bearing When to see a doctor Most people seek immediate medical attention after an ACL injury.
Posted on: Sat, 10 Aug 2013 04:30:32 +0000
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