The Rectus Femoris Tendon as a Graft for Combined ACL and Anterolateral Reconstruction: A Biomechanical Evaluation
The American Journal of Sports Medicine
Published online on March 11, 2026
Abstract
The American Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 54, Issue 5, Page 1027-1034, April 2026.
Background:The rectus femoris (RF) tendon may be an option for combined anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and anterolateral (AL) reconstruction utilizing a double-stranded (DRF) tendon for the ACL and a single-stranded tendon (SRF) for AL reinforcement; ...
Background:The rectus femoris (RF) tendon may be an option for combined anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and anterolateral (AL) reconstruction utilizing a double-stranded (DRF) tendon for the ACL and a single-stranded tendon (SRF) for AL reinforcement; ...