Cellular and Morphological Alterations in the Vastus Lateralis Muscle as the Result of ACL Injury and Reconstruction

Conclusions:
Significant and prolonged differences in muscle quality and morphology occurred after ACL injury and persisted despite reconstruction and extensive physical therapy.

Clinical Relevance:
These results suggest the need to develop more effective early interventions following an ACL tear to prevent deleterious alterations within the quadriceps.

Source: JBJS - September 20, 2016 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Noehren, B., Andersen, A., Hardy, P., Johnson, D. L., Ireland, M. L., Thompson, K. L., Damon, B. Tags: Basic Science, Sports Medicine Scientific Articles Source Type: research