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Why women are more prone to ACL tears and how to prevent them

Studies have shown women are two to eight times more likely to injure their ACL compared to men.

November 17, 2024
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“So when someone tears their ACL, typically it is a non-contact, pivoting type of event that causes injury to the knee,” said Dr. Geoffrey Doner, an orthopedic surgeon with Colorado Orthopedic Specialists.

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Published:
November 17, 2024

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