As football season kicks off, injuries on the field are inevitable. Take the Cardinals’ linebacker, BJ Ojulari, for example—he’s out for the season due to a torn ACL.
An ACL tear happens when excessive force causes the knee to bend or twist beyond its natural range. Think of the ACL as a strap that keeps your knee stable, preventing too much bending or rotation. When it’s torn, that stability is lost.
If you’re experiencing knee swelling, instability, or pain when standing, you could have a torn ACL. Don’t wait—schedule an appointment with Dr. Steven Rayappa, our sports medicine expert who has treated professional athletes from the Miami Heat and Miami Dolphins. He specializes in shoulder and knee conditions.
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The ROSI Team
Regenerative Orthopaedics and Spine Institute offers advanced orthopedic solutions for spine, joint, hand & wrist, elbow, foot & ankle, and sports injuries.
Our team, led by Dr. Philip Ploska , a board-certified orthopedic surgeon consistently recognized as one of Metro Atlanta’s “Top Doctors,” has recently expanded to Lake Oconee. The practice at the Lake also includes Dr. Brad Prybis, Dr. J. Tobias Musser and Desiree Riley, NP-C.The office is located at 1010 Park Place Boulevard, next to the center where 5B Barbeque and Brews is located.
