Serious knee injuries increasing in kids and teens

Injuries to a critical ligament in the knee are becoming more common in children and teens, researchers warn. Injuries to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) “are a significant public health issue” that put youngsters at risk for developing future health problems, said Dr. Louise Shaw of the Royal Melbourne Hospital in Victoria, Australia, coauthor of...

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