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Magnetic resonance imaging evidence of the anterior cruciate ligament continuity is frequently interpreted as a sign of biological healing following injury. However, structural appearance alone does not confirm the restoration of functional stability. This reliance on the findings of magnetic resonance imaging risks underestimating persistent mechanical laxity. Objective assessments, including arthrometric measurements and pivot shift evaluation, remain the most reliable determinants of functional recovery. Consequently, a stability-first approach should guide nonoperative anterior cruciate ligament treatment decisions to minimize secondary joint injury and the need for delayed surgical intervention.
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