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Good day. i partially ruptured and over extend my acl back in 2016. it's now 2020. is it too late to undergo surgery to have it reconstructed/repaired?

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Orthopedic surgeon: This question would be best answered by an orthopedic surgeon, who has a special interest in knee surgery, who will examine you and order any appropriate tests to fully evaluate you. He/she will then advise you about surgery.

Answered 2/5/2020

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