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Condition: ACL Tears

Also called: Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tear; Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury

Your knee joint is made up of bone, cartilage, ligaments and fluid. Muscles and tendons help the knee joint move. When any of these structures is hurt or diseased, you have knee problems. Knee problems can cause pain and difficulty walking.

Knee problems are very common, and they occur in people of all ages. Knee problems can interfere with many things, from participation in sports to simply getting up from a chair and walking. This can have a big impact on your life.

The most common disease affecting the knee is osteoarthritis. The cartilage in the knee gradually wears away, causing pain and swelling.

Injuries to ligaments and tendons also cause knee problems. A common injury is to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). You usually injure your ACL by a sudden twisting motion. ACL and other knee injuries are common sports injuries.

Treatment of knee problems depends on the cause. In some cases your doctor may recommend knee replacement.

NIH: National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases

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Providers Diagnosing or Treating ACL Tears

Note that every provider listed below may not perform or prescribe all treatments or procedures related to ACL Tears. Review each provider for availability.

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Tyler L. CarlLee, M.D.

Tyler L. CarlLee, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Justin M. Hire, M.D.

Justin M. Hire, M.D. Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Paul M. Inclan, M.D.

Paul M. Inclan, M.D. Sports Medicine Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Navin R. Kilambi, M.D.

Navin R. Kilambi, M.D. Sports Medicine Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Lawrence K. 'Larry' O'Malley II, M.D.

Lawrence K. "Larry" O'Malley II, M.D. Sports Medicine Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Brant C. Sachleben, M.D.

Brant C. Sachleben, M.D. Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon

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John L. Vander Schilden, M.D.

John L. Vander Schilden, M.D. Sports Medicine Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Locations Where Providers Treat ACL Tears

Note that the treatment of ACL Tears may not be performed at every location listed below. The list may include locations where the treatment plan is developed during and after a patient visit.

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Orthopaedic and Spine Clinic in North Little Rock exterior

Orthopaedic and Spine Clinic in North Little Rock

4261 Stockton Drive
Stockton Medical Plaza
Suite 100
North Little Rock, AR 72117

Appointment Phone Numbers
501-526-1046
New Patients
501-526-5451
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Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Clinic exterior

Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Clinic in Fayetteville

201 W. Van Asche Loop
Fayetteville, AR 72703

Appointment Phone Number
479-966-4491
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Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Clinic in Lowell

Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Clinic in Lowell

507 W. Monroe Ave.
Suite A
Lowell, AR 72745

Appointment Phone Number
479-334-7030
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UAMS Orthopaedic Clinic, Colonel Glenn Road

Orthopaedic Clinic on Colonel Glenn

10815 Colonel Glenn Road
Suite 500
Little Rock, AR 72204

Appointment Phone Numbers
501-526-1046
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501-406-9201
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UAMS Baptist Health Orthopaedic Clinic in Conway

625 United Drive
Baptist Health Medical Office Building
Suite 350
Conway, AR 72032

Appointment Phone Number
501-358-6792
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Areas of Expertise for ACL Tears

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Sports Medicine (Part of Orthopaedics)

From the beginner to the weekend warrior or senior athlete, all skill levels can benefit from our services to help you heal and get back to your activities.

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Request an appointment by contacting a clinic directly or by calling the UAMS Health appointment line at (501) 686-8000.

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