Ruptures of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) occurs more often in females, from adolescence to seniors. Non contact pivoting and cutting sports injuries and chronic osteoarthritic degeneration are responsible for most ACL tears. ACL tears can be partial or complete. When the ligament is intact, non operative treatment includes gentle restorative physical therapy and a derotational knee brace or sleeve. Restoring range of motion, strength and decreased swelling are the goals of conservative therapy. Golden State MD Health & Wellness Sports Medicine services offer an array of therapeutic exercise options and minimally invasive pain modalities including topical non steroidal and cannabinoid infused creams and lotions, Ling Rui bone strengthening Chinese Medicine patches and acupuncture referrals. Gait training, upper body strength training and nutritional counseling to improve resting metabolic rate for weight loss are vital to recovery from ACL tears.