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Torn ACLs may heal with therapy instead of surgery, though some surgeons aren’t convinced

Torn ACLs may heal with therapy instead of surgery, though some surgeons aren’t convinced

It’s long been thought that a torn ACL, or anterior cruciate ligament, has limited ability to heal on its own and requires surgery. Recent research suggests that a nonsurgical treatment, including physical therapy, could be as effective.

Source: NBC News

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