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ACL Reconstruction Procedure

This animation describes the anatomy of the knee and explains how a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is repaired through an ACL reconstruction surgical procedure. Learn more about ACL surgery, including when it is recommended: ACL Injury - Does It Require Surgery?

 

Animation courtesy of Visual Health Solutions, LLC

Last Reviewed

February 2014

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