Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction: Single Bundle Versus Double Bundle

ACL tear is a common injury among athletes. The recommended treatment includes reconstruction of the ligament. The common reconstruction technique is single bundle reconstruction. However, this technique does not simulate the natural structure of the ligament. The purpose of the study is to compare between the common procedure, Single Bundle reconstruction with the Double Bundle reconstruction technique.

Inclusion Criteria:

• knee instability with a history of ACL tear
• diagnosed ACL tear according to MRI
• age range 16-40.

Exclusion Criteria:

• previous surgery in the knees
• multiple ligament raptures
• partial ACL tear
• severe cartilage degeneration
• genovaruse/genovalgus
• thin hamstrings tendons
• oper epiphysis in the knee joint
• patient with muscle/neurological problem that increases the tendency to fall