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ACL Injuries in Young Athletes: Dr. Rick Lehman Addresses Rising Cases on FOX 2 News

By Published On: November 2, 2015Last Updated: April 10, 20261 min read

Ever notice how taxi cabs have more dents than Ferraris? It’s because taxi cabs are used more, and the same could be said of a young athlete’s knees.

With youth sports becoming more competitive and year-round, ACL tears among children ages 6 to 18 have been increasing by over 2% annually. More kids are playing longer, harder, and earlier, often without the recovery time their growing bodies need.

In a FOX 2 News segment, Dr. Rick Lehman, MD, FACS, renowned orthopedic surgeon and Medical Director of Lehman Joint and Performance, explains why this trend is so concerning. He discusses the contributing factors, signs to watch for, and most importantly, how to prevent these serious knee injuries in young athletes.

Read the full FOX 2 segment: ACL tears on the rise in children

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If your child has knee pain, instability, or a previous ACL injury, Dr. Rick Lehman is here to help. A globally recognized orthopedic surgeon and regenerative sports medicine specialist, Dr. Lehman provides advanced, personalized care for growing athletes at Lehman Joint and Performance.

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