The biology of anterior cruciate ligament healing after reconstruction

Andrea M. Spiker; Scott A. Rodeo

doi:10.1016/B978-0-323-54839-7.00006-3

The biology of anterior cruciate ligament healing after reconstruction

Andrea M. Spiker, Scott A. Rodeo

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Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction is a common orthopaedic sports medicine procedure. Our understanding of ACL graft healing has evolved over time, and can guide our approach in rehabilitating patients after ACL reconstruction. This chapter reviews the native biology of the ACL tendon and our current understanding of the timeline of healing after ACL reconstruction, noting differences between autograft and allograft tissue. We discuss the effect of biomechanical loading on the graft and other factors than can positively or negatively influence graft healing. Greater understanding of the ACL graft healing process can ideally translate into better surgical techniques, optimized rehabilitative treatment of post-operative patients, and ultimately improved patient outcomes.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	ACL Injuries in Female Athletes
Publisher	Elsevier
Pages	37-43
Number of pages	7
ISBN (Electronic)	9780323548397
ISBN (Print)	9780323548403
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-323-54839-7.00006-3
Publication status	Published - Jan 1 2018

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