Why Women Are at Higher Risk for ACL Injuries
The ACL is one of the most commonly injured ligaments of the knee. Most injuries occur in the young, athletic population. The ACL is injured when it sustains a force that exceeds the strength of the ligament. This may result from non-contact injury (landing awkwardly, cutting or changing direction). Women suffer ACL injuries at a significantly higher rate than men. Kevin Plancher, M.D., investigates the unique issues that impact the orthopedic health of female athletes.