PO Box 8058
Kensington
Whangarei 0145
www.healthpoint.co.nz
Lyndon Bradley - Hip & Knee Orthopaedic Surgeon
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Phone (09) 437 9021
Email Lj.bradley@scnsc.co.nz
Healthlink EDI: nthlorth
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Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is a strong, stabilising ligament running through the centre of the knee between the femur (thigh bone) and tibia (shin bone).
When the ACL is torn, frequently as the result of a sporting injury or trauma, arthroscopic surgery known as ACL Reconstruction is performed. The procedure involves replacement of the damaged ligament with tissue grafted from elsewhere, usually the patellar or hamstring tendon. The ends of the grafted tendon are attached to the femur at one end and the tibia at the other using screws or staples.
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