Strength of the quadriceps muscle after primary ACL reconstruction

The aim of surgical treatment with ACL reconstruction is to restore full knee function and stability with as little morbidity as possible at the site of graft harvesting. While the middle third of the quadriceps tendon has long been known as the primary graft of choice it is usually only used as a second choice in cases of re-rupture. This book presents the four most common autologous structures that are suitable as grafts and provides a detailed description of the outcomes 2-5 years postoperatively after primary ACL reconstruction using the quadriceps tendon.