ACL Injuries

What does cruciate mean?

• To cross

• To separate

• To join at an intersection

• To collide

How many ligaments are there in the knee?

• 5

• 3

• 4

• 2

• 7

What other ligament does the ACL work together with?

• It works on its own

• Lateral collateral ligament

• Medial collateral ligament

• Posterior cruciate ligament

Can people walk with an injured ACL?

• Yes, but with a feeling of instability and difficulty

• No, not at all

• Definitely...all the time

• Depends on the person

• Depends on the severity of the injury

Women are more prone to injuring their ACL

• True

• False

Where can a graft be extracted from?

• Hamstrings

• Calves

• Glutes

• Quads

• Biceps

What is the most common cause of this injury in volleyball?

• Receiving a direct blow to the knee or collision

• Changing direction

• Pivoting with your foot firmly planted

• Landing awkwardly from a jump

• Stopping suddenly

What does physical therapy achieve?

• Improves motion

• Regains strength

• Reduces pain

• Improves balance

• All of the above

What is the implant used in surgery called?

• ACL implant

• Graft

• Tendon

• Ligament

What is the healing time for an ACL reconstruction surgery?

• 4-5 months

• 6-12 weeks

• 6-12 months