People of all ages, physical conditions, and abilities can tear an ACL.A complex set of tendons and ligaments help stabilize and support the knee joint with its every movement, from a simple walking step to a cheerleader jump. Unfortunately, these tissues are vulnerable to injury. One of the most common knee injuries is an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) sprain, or tear, which must often be treated with surgery. What should physical therapists know about … [Read more...]