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Knee ACL Injury

Torn ACL: How reconstructive surgery gets athletes back in the game

A torn ACL can sideline athletes for up to a year, but full recovery and return to play is possible after surgery and physical therapy. Explore the options.

March 25, 2025

After ACL injury, UFC star is back fighting for his family and his country

UFC contender Kennedy Nzechukwu is fighting to support his family, including his mom who is suffering from ALS. So when he tore his ACL in training, he worried his career had been dealt a knockout blow. But thanks to expert orthopedic care and rehab at UT Southwestern, Kennedy is back in the ring, winning and feeling stronger than ever.

September 29, 2021