The Knee That Shouldn't Have Played - Feat. Dr. Anmol Kankane
An ACL tear isn’t simply a broken ligament—it can fundamentally change how the knee moves, senses, and distributes force. In this episode, we unpack the biomechanics and biology of ACL injury, exploring rotational instability, proprioception, graft healing, tunnel placement, and how the surrounding structures adapt when the ACL can no longer do its job. We examine what happens when athletes keep playing through a tear, how stress fractures and other injuries alter knee loading, and why some structures become vulnerable to secondary damage. From graft choice and revision surgery to biologics…
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