Minimal Scars

The evolution of ACL surgical techniques over the past several years has been associated with a progressive decrease in the size of the incision. With the advent of allograft and hamstring grafts, the principal incision was immediately reduced to half it's size. Now the entire procedure can be accomplished with two small portal scars and one slightly longer incision of 3/4 of an inch.

Minimally invasive doesn't just mean cosmetically better, it is also easier on the skin and tissues. This, in turn, often translates to shorter recovery times and increased mobility. ACL repair can and should be accomplished with very small scars.