1. What does ACL stand for?
2. The ACL attaches to the (anterior/posterior) side of the tibia?
3. Most ACL injuries are (contact/non-contact)?
4. What is the "gold standard" graft used to replace an ACL?
5. What is one goal of physical therapy?
6. Females have (larger/smaller) Q-Angles?
7. An (autograft/allograft) is a graft taken from a cadaver.
8. (Males/Females) are more likely to experience ACL injuries at the college and high school levels.
9. What is one way to prevent ACL injuries?
10. How soon after the injury can most return to play?
Answers: 1. anterior cruciate ligament 2. anterior. 3. non-contact. 4. Patellar tendon. 5. Answers may vary: restoration of joint anatomy, provision of static and dynamic stability, maintaining aerobic fitness and psychological well-being, early return to work/sport 6. Larger 7. Allograft. 8. Females 9. several answers: strengthen muscles, plyometrics, bracing, use proper form, reduce the load on the joint. 10. usually within 7-9 months.
2. The ACL attaches to the (anterior/posterior) side of the tibia?
3. Most ACL injuries are (contact/non-contact)?
4. What is the "gold standard" graft used to replace an ACL?
5. What is one goal of physical therapy?
6. Females have (larger/smaller) Q-Angles?
7. An (autograft/allograft) is a graft taken from a cadaver.
8. (Males/Females) are more likely to experience ACL injuries at the college and high school levels.
9. What is one way to prevent ACL injuries?
10. How soon after the injury can most return to play?
Answers: 1. anterior cruciate ligament 2. anterior. 3. non-contact. 4. Patellar tendon. 5. Answers may vary: restoration of joint anatomy, provision of static and dynamic stability, maintaining aerobic fitness and psychological well-being, early return to work/sport 6. Larger 7. Allograft. 8. Females 9. several answers: strengthen muscles, plyometrics, bracing, use proper form, reduce the load on the joint. 10. usually within 7-9 months.