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    How are ACL injuries diagnosed?

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    I may have an ACL tear, do I need a scan to diagnose it?
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    During your first visit, Dr Bhimani will talk to you about your symptoms and medical history.

    During the physical examination, Dr Bhimani will check all the structures of your injured knee, and compare them to your non-injured knee. Most ligament injuries can be diagnosed with a thorough physical examination of the knee.

    Imaging Tests

    Other tests which may help Dr Bhimani confirm your diagnosis includes:

    X-rays: Although they will not show any injury to your anterior cruciate ligament, x-rays can show whether the injury is associated with a broken bone.

    Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan: This study creates better images of soft tissues like the anterior cruciate ligament. However, an MRI is usually not required to make the diagnosis of a torn ACL.

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