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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 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.

Tyler L. CarlLee, M.D.

Tyler L. CarlLee, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Navin R. Kilambi, M.D.

Navin R. Kilambi, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Lawrence K. 'Larry' O'Malley, M.D.

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

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Locations Where Providers Treat ACL Tears

Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Clinic exterior

Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Clinic — Fayetteville

201 W. Van Asche Loop
Fayetteville, AR 72703

Appointment Phone Number
(479) 966-4491
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Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine clinic in Lowell

Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Clinic — Lowell

519 Latham Drive
Lowell, AR 72745

Appointment Phone Number
(479) 334-7030
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Areas of Expertise for ACL Tears

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Sports Medicine (Part of Orthopaedics)

From the youngest athlete to the weekend warrior or senior athlete, all skill levels can benefit from our services to help you heal and return to your favorite activities. The …

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