ACL Reconstruction
Restoring knee stability after an ACL tear with modern, minimally invasive arthroscopic technique.
What is ACL reconstruction?
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the primary stabilizing ligaments of the knee, and a common injury among athletes who plant, pivot, or change direction quickly. When the ACL tears, the knee can feel unstable during activity, and in most active patients surgical reconstruction is the most reliable path back to full function.
Dr. Matarazzo uses minimally invasive arthroscopic technique to reconstruct the torn ligament, typically using a graft to rebuild a stable, functional ACL. His approach draws on his fellowship training at Lenox Hill Hospital and his experience treating competitive athletes as a former team physician for the NY Jets and NY Islanders.
For symptoms, diagnosis and when surgery is or is not needed, see ACL tear treatment.
What to expect
- Same-week evaluation and imaging review
- Minimally invasive arthroscopic reconstruction
- Individualized, sport-specific rehabilitation plan
Related
Other knee & ligament services
Patellar Dislocation Surgery
Stabilization for recurrent kneecap instability.
Patellar Dislocation Surgery →Where You’d Be Seen
ACL reconstruction in Port St. Lucie & Palm Beach Gardens
This is offered at both locations — our orthopedic office in Port St. Lucie (1100 SW St. Lucie West Blvd., Ste. 105) and our orthopedic office in Palm Beach Gardens (11380 Prosperity Farms Rd, Ste 204). Patients travel in from Stuart, Jensen Beach, Fort Pierce, Jupiter, North Palm Beach and West Palm Beach — see every area we serve, or call 561-202-8886.
