ligament
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Instead of undergoing Tommy John surgery, when a torn ligament is replaced entirely, Atlanta Braves ace Spencer Strider underwent a new procedure that uses an internal brace and can lead to a speedier recovery.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
Tottenham have launched an extensive review into why their season was heavily affected by fitness issues, with a key focus on the "unusual" spate of anterior cruciate ligament injuries.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
Other medical advancements, like internal brace procedures for elbow ligament damage, are helping athletes such as Spencer Strider and Brock Purdy recover faster.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
Recall, James suffered a grade 2 sprain of the medial collateral ligament in his left knee in the deciding loss.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
The doctor had put in a replacement ligament, but it was hard to construct one that could handle the natural stress caused by the constant starting and stopping of running with the football.
From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger
Vocabulary lists containing ligament
Human Anatomy and Physiology - Introductory
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Human Anatomy and Physiology - High School
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