title: A technique for arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament repair.
abstract: Treatment options for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears include rehabilitation therapy, derotation therapy, and surgical repair or reconstruction. This article presents an arthroscopic technique for reattaching the ACL that offers some advantages over other procedures. Advantages include avoiding exposure of the knee joint, improved cosmetic results, and reduced recuperation time.
authors.affiliation: Orthopedic Research of Virginia, Richmond.
authors.forename: T L
authors.initials: TL
authors.lastname: Whipple
authors.forename: F D
authors.initials: FD
authors.lastname: Ellis
mesh_terms: D016118:Anterior Cruciate Ligament / Q000601:surgery; D000070598:Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries; D001182:Arthroscopy / Q000379:methods; D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans