Nathan J. Fanter, D.O.

Contemplating ACL Reconstruction?

Have you torn your ACL? Are you considering surgical reconstruction? According to new recommendations, do not wait too long if you intent on being very active. The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS) recently released a new evidence-based practice guideline for treating ACL tears. For patients who are candidates for surgery, the new guideline contains a recommendation to perform reconstructive knee surgery within 5 months of an ACL injury to protect the knee joint. Waiting too long can result in additional injury to the knee, such as meniscal tears and/or cartilage injury...