It can happen in an instant. A foot is planted and then twists. It could happen during a contact sport after a tackle, or from an awkward landing after a jump. In either case, the ligament in the knee is unable to withstand the force of the abnormal movement and tears. Some people hear a pop. Others just feel the sharp pain before it begins to swell. An anterior cruciate ligament tear is one of the most devastating injuries an athlete can su…
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