
Does my ACL tear need surgery?
#ACL stands for anterior cruciate ligament which is one of the four major ligaments of the knee. It connects the femur (thigh bone) to the tibia (shin bone), and allows you to pivot, twist, and turn. while preventing the two bones from separating and from sliding too far forward. ACL injuries are very common in an athletic population such as soccer, basketball, and football. Many of these injuries occur when an athlete makes a sudden turn or “cut”, but the foot stays planted