An ACL tear is an example of which ICF component?

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In the ICF framework, injuries to anatomical parts are classified as Body Structure. An ACL tear is a disruption of the anterior cruciate ligament in the knee, which is a physical part of the body. This makes it a structural impairment—the issue lies in the tissue itself, not in a physiological function, a task, or a life situation. Of course, such a tear can lead to functional limitations (like reduced knee stability or range of motion) and participation restrictions (e.g., difficulty playing certain sports), but the label that fits the injury itself is Body Structure.