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What are the symptoms of an ACL Tear?
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Mr Austin Vo
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Mr Austin Vo is a highly qualified Melbourne trained Orthopaedic Surgeon with expertise in all aspects of shoulder and knee surgery. His international subspecialty training … View Profile
When you injure your ACL, you might hear a "popping" sound and you may feel as though the knee has given out. Within the first two hours after injury, your knee will swell and you may have a buckling sensation in the knee during twisting movements.
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Dr Andrei Diacon
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Dr Andrei Diacon is an Australian-trained Orthopaedic Surgeon subspecialising shoulder and knee conditions. He takes an evidence-based, patient-centred approach, prioritising non-operative management where appropriate and … View Profile
Common symptoms at the time of injury include:
A loud “pop” or popping sensation in the knee
Sudden severe pain and inability to continue activity
Rapid swelling within hours
Loss of range of motion
Feeling of instability or the knee “giving way”
After the initial injury, instability with pivoting or cutting movements is a hallmark sign.Report this post
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