It is crucial for athletes, coaches and medical professionals to recognize the early signs that could indicate a torn or sprained ACL. “Most ACL tears happen with non-contact mechanisms,” Momaya said.

Even after surgery, injuries to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) often lead to chronic pain and reduced mobility, with ...

The team has not yet confirmed the diagnosis, saying only it was a season-ending injury. The average recovery time for an ACL injury is around nine months, according to a study from Stanford ...