5. Age
While an ACL tear can occur at any age, it’s more inclined to happen to people who are between the ages of 15 and 45-years old. People in this age group tend to live more active lifestyles than people over the age of 45.
People over the age of 45-years old are also less likely to take part in the activities that could result in the development of an ACL tear. Combat, contact, and extreme sports all lose their interest to men and women as they start to mature and raise a family.
Young people under the age of 15-years old are also less likely to develop an injury that would result in an ACL tear. Young people have supple tendons, allowing them to absorb the impact of injuries better than adults. Young people also lack the same levels of strength and skill in sports that may result in the occurrence of a severe injury like an ACL tear.