MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG)– Joining us on The Doctor Is In is Orhtopaedic Surgeon Dr. Chris Patton MD from Alabama Orthopaedic Clinic to discuss ACL injuries.

Dr. Patton answered questions like:

  • What causes ACL injuries?
  • Who is at risk for this type of injury?
  • How can yo help prevent an ACL injury?
  • Is surgery always needed?
  • How long is the recovery time?
  • Is physical therapy important after ACL reconstruction?