Minimally invasive procedure uses camera,tiny instruments through the tiny holes to replace the torn ligament inside the knee.
One of the most common knee injuries is an anterior cruciate ligament sprain or tear.
ACL is an important ligament of the knee joint which connects your thigh and shin bone and held it in position. ACL injuries most commonly occur during sports that involve sudden stops or changes in direction, jumping and landing — such as soccer, basketball, football and downhill skiing.
If you have injured your anterior cruciate ligament, you may require surgery to regain full function of your knee. This will depend on several factors, such as the severity of your injury and your activity level.
We recommend consulting one of our orthopedic surgeons when your knee is painful and swollen due to injury. We do examine your knee and and compare it with your non-injured knee. Most ligament injuries can be diagnosed with a thorough physical examination of the knee.
We may ask for X-rays and MRI Scans to confirm our diagnosis and to know any associated injuries.
ACL surgery is completely depending upon the patient’s needs.If you are a young individual involved in demanding activities or if you are a sport person who wants to resume to your sports activities safely.
The less active, usually older, individual may be able to return to a quieter lifestyle without surgery.
For a complete tear of the ACL, reconstruction surgery is generally scheduled in between three and six weeks after the injury occurs. In case of associated meniscus injury which is causing locking of your knee,surgery is recommended sooner as possible.Hencewe take decision considering multiple parameters
Some evidence suggests that delaying ACL reconstruction surgery for six months or longer after injury reduces the chances of having a clinically significant outcome and leads to increased recovery time after the surgery and also increases the rate of the need for future revision surgeries.
There are no absolute age or weight restrictions for total knee replacement surgery.
Recommendations for surgery are based on a patient's pain and disability, not age. Most patients who undergo total knee replacement are age 50 to 80, but orthopaedic surgeons evaluate patients individually. Total knee replacements have been performed successfully at all ages, from the young teenager with juvenile arthritis to the elderly patient with degenerative arthritis.
Before your surgery, you'll likely undergo several weeks of physical therapy. The goal before surgery is to reduce pain and swelling, restore your knee's full range of motion, and strengthen muscles.
We advise you to undergo routine pre surgical investigations,Once all those reports are in normal range you can proceed for the admission on the same day or one day prior as per your surgeons advice.
We follow American standards for all our surgical procedure hence import our implants from United states of America which are USFDA approved and widely used all over the world with best results.
As with any type of surgery, there are risks with ACL surgery. In general, surgery may cause:
It can be done as a daycare procedure and you can go home on the same day.But we recommend to stay for at least 24hours in the hospital after surgery for you safety and better care.
Talk with your surgeon about any precautions you may have after surgery.
You will be discharged on the same day of surgery.You would be given a knee brace which avoids your knee bending.Your doctor advises to use ice packs to decrease the swelling and pain.
Your surgeon would recommend changing the dressing after 2 days of surgery. You will be continue using knee brace.
Depending on the type of surgery your surgeon advises either to walk with full weight or not to bear the weight.
Keep your leg elevated above the heart level with a pillow below your legs always to minimize the swelling. Ankle back and forth movements are also essential to decrease the swelling and pain.
You will be advised Home physical therapy and you should be able to resume to your daily activities by this time.
Continue physical therapy,you might have occasional swelling and pain that is common. Schedule an appointment with your surgeon he would examine your knee and advises on further care.You should be able to perform sports activities at the end of 6 months.
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Pain free knee movements and stable knee joint
To resume to normal activities
To resume to demanding activities like sports, Trekking, etc.
Revision surgery and surgical complications
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An ACL reconstruction surgery is a procedure to replace a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in the knee.
Individuals who have suffered an ACL tear that is affecting their daily activities, including sports and exercise, may need ACL reconstruction surgery.
The surgery is performed using arthroscopy and involves replacing the damaged ACL with a new tendon, usually taken from the patient's own body (autograft) or from a donor (allograft).
Like any surgery, ACL reconstruction surgery carries some risks, including infection, bleeding, blood clots, and knee stiffness. There may also be a risk of re-injury, knee instability or the need for revision surgery.
Recovery time varies from person to person, but most people can return to light physical activity within 3-6 months after surgery. Full recovery can take up to a year or more, depending on the individual's age, physical condition, and other factors.
Patients may experience pain and discomfort during the initial recovery period, but this can usually be managed with pain medications prescribed by the doctor.
Yes, ACL reconstruction surgery can be done on an outpatient basis, but the specific arrangements will depend on the individual's case and the surgeon's preference.
Many athletes are able to return to sports after ACL reconstruction surgery, but it is important to follow a comprehensive rehabilitation program and consult with a doctor or physical therapist before returning to high-impact activities.
The cost of ACL reconstruction surgery varies widely depending on the patient's location, insurance coverage, and the surgeon's fees. It is important to discuss cost and insurance options with the doctor or a healthcare financial counsellor.