One of the most common knee injuries is a torn ACL (anterior cruciate ligament). Typically caused by abrupt twisting motions, such as those often performed by football, basketball, and soccer players, ACL tears are painful conditions that require prompt treatment. Whether you’ve sustained a torn ACL on the playing field or by playing fetch with Fido, Tampa Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Group provides a range of innovative treatments in the Tampa, Clearwater, and St. Petersburg, Florida area.

The ACL is one of the four main ligaments that binds together the bones that make up the knee (the femur, tibia, and patella). Because the knee is a hinge joint with little ability to rotate, sudden movements or impacts can place immense pressure on the ACL, causing it to tear. Depending on the extent of the torn ACL and the patient’s active lifestyle, we offer non-surgical treatments to alleviate knee pain and restore function.

In the event that surgery is necessary to mend your torn ACL, our Board-certified orthopedic surgeon Dr. Daniel Murphy will explain your options, answer any questions, and help you make an informed decision regarding your care. As a team physician for the New York Yankees and an orthopedic surgeon for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Dr. Murphy has extensive experience in both surgical and non-surgical treatment of ACL tears. Specialized knee treatments are also provided by our Board-certified sports medicine physician Dr. Arnold Ramirez, who lends his expertise to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as the Head Team Physician.

If you live in the Tampa, Clearwater, and St. Petersburg, FL, area and would like to discuss treatment options for your torn ACL with Dr. Murphy or Dr. Ramirez, contact Tampa Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Group today to schedule your consultation.