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Informational Videos
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Knee Anatomy

Click below for Knee Anatomy Animation

 

ACL Reconstruction Surgery

Click below for ACL Reconstruction Animation

This animation explains the anatomy of the ligaments which provide stability for the knee.

 

This animation demonstrates the procedure used in Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction surgery.

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Instructional Videos

   

Your Surgical Procedure

To prepare you for your surgery, we have developed a series of instructional videos to inform you and familiarize you with the process. It is important that you watch the video for your procedure, so that you understand the benefits and risks involved, and then can make an informed and educated decision about whether to undergo surgery.

Please click on the link below that corresponds with your procedure.

Knee Arthroscopy
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction
Rotator Cuff Repair
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Orthopaedic Surgery at MGH
   

 

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