Reading Time: 3 minutesThe advancement in sports medicine continues to redefine the way we approach common injuries like ACL tears. One innovation gaining attention today is the Bridge-Enhanced ACL Repair, or BEAR, method. This technique not only repairs the torn ACL but also incorporates an internal brace to support and hasten recovery, potentially cutting rehabilitation time in half […]
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Reading Time: 5 minutesHave you recently undergone knee surgery, such as an ACL tear repair or knee replacement, and are now facing the challenging road of recovery? Are you eager to get back to your favorite sports and activities but are unsure where to start? If so, you’re not alone. Recovering from knee injuries is a daunting challenge,
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Reading Time: 2 minutesOne of our patients, Katie Siverson, was injured in a winter league lacrosse game during her senior year of high school. Katie was hurt when another player slammed into her side, causing her to fall. The fall severely injured Katie’s knee and tore her ACL. This was Katie’s first encounter with a severe sports injury.
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Reading Time: 5 minutesNow that you have completed the return-to-play process after ACL surgery, it’s time to talk about life after recovery from an ACL tear. Should you be concerned about a possible reinjury? Are you at risk for early onset of arthritis? What type of things can be done to prevent those conditions? It’s natural to have
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Reading Time: 7 minutesWould you be shocked to learn that the knee joint is one of the most complex joints in the body? Not only does it play an important role in supporting your body weight, but it also initiates most movement. After all, you can’t get very far without bending and straightening your knee, right? Several muscles,
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Reading Time: 3 minutesAs you move forward with your recovery after surgery for an ACL tear, things start to get a little more intense – as expected. The stage of recovery that usually begins in the third week after surgery and lasts until week 12 is known as Phase II. Phase II is a big deal because it
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Reading Time: 8 minutesACL tears are one of the most recognized injuries in sports and athletics, and not for a good reason. Many are aware of the devastating consequences that come from ACL injuries, from surgery to missed games. Add to that several months of rehabilitation and recovery, and it’s easy to see why these athletes with ACL
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