ACL Tear Treatment
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ACL Tear Treatment
Request an appointment to get specialized care and expert treatment.
Experts, moving you forward
People of all ages and abilities turn to UW Medicine for orthopedic and sports-related injuries. Our board-certified orthopedic surgeons treat knee ligament injuries, including anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears.
The ACL is located within the knee and helps keep your knee stable during physical activity. Sports injuries are the most common cause of ACL tears. Anything that causes your knee to bend or twist beyond its natural limits can tear your ACL. From injuries during professional sports to weekend adventures, we will help you find the best treatment for your specific injury. Count on us to get you moving again.
How we treat ACL tears
At UW Medicine, we offer a full spectrum of care for ACL tears, from physical therapy to surgical reconstruction at the Sports Medicine Clinic at Husky Stadium. ACL surgery is performed by board-certified orthopedic surgeons arthroscopically and you typically go home the same day.
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Research highlights
In addition to providing outstanding patient care, our surgeons are leaders in researching the next generation of orthopedic care. In fact, one lab at UW Medicine is exploring how female athletes recover uniquely from common injuries, such as ACL tears.