What mechanism of action can result in damage to the ACL?
Internal rotation of the knee when flexed
What is damage to the ACL normally due to?
Sudden change in direction
Jumping
Sudden stopping
How does an ACL tear present?
Sudden painful popping sensation
Rapid swelling
Instability of the knee
What is an ACL tear part of?
The unhappy triad
Which 2 tests will be positive with an ACL tear?
Anterior drawer test
Lachman test
What is the management of an ACL tear?
ACL reconstruction
Physiotherapy