Damage to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in the knee is a well-known source of disabling injury among humans. It can strike elite athletes or weekend warriors, and usually requires surgical ...

A dog that rescued its owner from a fire two years ago needs surgery to repair a torn ACL.

A new procedure to help repair a torn ACL is getting young women back to the sports they love.Dr. Mark Slabaugh, an orthopedic surgeon at Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore, said there is only a 4% ...

Recovery from an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear typically takes 3–12 months, depending on injury severity and goals for rehabilitation. The knee comprises three bones—the femur or thighbone, ...