Self-Reported Symptoms of Depression and Anxiety After ACL Injury: A Systematic Review.

Background: Depression and anxiety symptoms can occur in patients following an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury, and the presence of these symptoms has been associated with poorer self-reported knee function in this type of injury.

Purpose: To investigate the prevalence and severity of self-reported symptoms of depression and anxiety following an ACL injury.

Study Design: Systematic review; Level of evidence, 4.