Typically, surgeons will require the patient to achieve full extension, be able to do an SLR without a lag, and have minimal to no swelling present before operating. Researchers have speculated about an age when reconstruction is not recommended; however, to date no literature has noted any detrimental outcomes based on the age of the patient. In fact, studies have shown no significant difference in outcomes in comparing individuals at the age breaks of 35 and 40 years.