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Types of ACL Tear Surgery

Surgery TypeRecovery DaysHospital DaysAge Group
ACL Reconstruction (using autograft)6 - 9 months1-2 DaysAny age
ACL Reconstruction (using allograft)6 - 9 months1-2 DaysAny age
ACL Repair4 -6 months1-2 DaysTypically younger adults

What is an ACL Tear?

An injury or tear to the ACL, PCL or meniscus can cause chronic knee pain and instability. Our ACL tear doctor in Panchgani specialize in Arthroscopic ACL Reconstruction allows early recovery and return to regular life. Consult the best orthopedic surgeon for ACL surgery in Panchgani.

Overview

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ACL Reconstruction Recovery
  • Surgery healing takes 4 to 8 weeks.
  • Full recovery usually takes 4 to 9 months
Swelling after ACL Reconstruction
  • Swelling typically persists for 4 to 6 weeks.
  • Elevate your leg and apply ice packs to the knee
  • for 20-30 minutes every 2 hours.
Most common choices of graft for ACL reconstruction
  • Patellar tendon autograft
  • Patellar tendon allograft
  • Hamstring autograft
  • Quadriceps tendon autograft
Return to sports after ACL Reconstruction
  • Athletes can return to pivoting sports after 4 to 8 weeks
  • Athletes can return to regular sports after about 8 months. Make sure to take your orthopedic surgeon’s approval before returning to sports.
Physical examination for ACL-tear

Steps Involved In ACL Tear Treatment

How is ACL Tear Diagnosed?

ACL injuries are always acute. For diagnosis, the orthopedic surgeon performs the following tests:

  • Physical exam: During the physical exam, the doctor checks the swelling and tenderness of the knee in comparison to the uninjured knee. They also assess the overall function and range of motion of the joint. This is often enough to reach a preliminary diagnosis of an ACL tear.
  • X-rays: X-rays are generally performed to rule out the possibility of a fracture.
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI): MRIs help assess both the soft and hard tissues of the knee to determine the extent of damage to the ligament and its surrounding tissues.
  • Ultrasound: Ultrasounds are used to visualize the internal structures and assess them for any damage or injuries.

ACL Tear Treatment

ACL injuries are always acute. For diagnosis, the orthopedic surgeon performs the following tests:

  • Physical exam: During the physical exam, the doctor checks the swelling and tenderness of the knee in comparison to the uninjured knee. They also assess the overall function and range of motion of the joint. This is often enough to reach a preliminary diagnosis of an ACL tear.
  • X-rays: X-rays are generally performed to rule out the possibility of a fracture.
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI): MRIs help assess both the soft and hard tissues of the knee to determine the extent of damage to the ligament and its surrounding tissues.
  • Ultrasound: Ultrasounds are used to visualize the internal structures and assess them for any damage or injuries.

Treatment for ACL injuries can be performed via physiotherapy in some cases, but in most cases, surgery is the only viable treatment option to regain limb movement. ACL surgery, or ACL reconstruction, involves the surgeon removing the damaged ligament and replacing it with a tendon graft to restore complete joint function. Surgery is followed by intense physiotherapy to reduce the chances of re-injury, especially in athletes. Doctors evaluate the joint’s strength, stability, and movement patterns before allowing the patients to return to their sport. A longer rehabilitation period is often linked with a lower chance of recurrence of the injury.

Pristyn Care provides minimally invasive ACL reconstruction treatment in Chandigarh to help facilitate recovery in patients. Minimally invasive surgery is often preferred over open surgery because it uses smaller incisions and causes less harm to the surrounding tissues, making the recovery much smoother and faster.

In Our Doctor's Words

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Dr. Abhishek Bansal

MBBS, MS (Ortho), DNB- Orthopedics, M.R.C.S.

17 Years Experience

"ACL tear is one of the common orthopedic conditions among teenagers and sports player. And yet a common fear I encounter is, 'If I will be able to play sports again?'. Well yes, you absolutely will. All my patients have. The only four pointers are- 1.) Early diagnosis, 2.)Timely treatment, 3.) A little rest, 4.)Basic physiotherapy. Once all four are met, you will be absolutely fine and fit to return to sports again. "

Why choose Pristyn Care?

Best Healthcare Provider for Orthopedic Treatments

01.

Hassle-free treatment journey

We provide hassle-free treatment to all patients for ACL surgery with a convenient and comfortable treatment journey.

02.

US FDA-approved treatments

We avail all patients with advanced state-of-the-art treatments for ACL reconstruction and repair for successful treatment and long-term recovery.

03.

Expert and experienced orthopedic specialists

We have a team of expert and experienced orthopedic surgeons and doctors with over 8 years of experience treating advanced orthopedic issues like ACL tears.

04.

Minimal chances of complications

We take care of all aspects of the patient’s treatment journey to ensure minimal chances of complications at any point during the treatment.

Frequently Asked Question

Can I consult Pristyn Care doctors through walk-in appointments for ACL reconstruction in Panchgani?

Yes, you can come to Pristyn Care clinics for a walk-in appointment for ACL reconstruction surgery.

How can I book an appointment at Pristyn Care for ACL reconstruction in Panchgani?

You can book an appointment for ACL surgery at Pristyn Care by either calling the number on the page or filling out the book an appointment form on the page. Once you get in touch with our care coordinator, they will book your appointment based on your location and preference.

Can you walk with a grade 3 ACL tear without getting knee reconstruction surgery?

Yes, if your injury is limited to an ACL tear, you can start walking with a torn ACL once the pain and swelling have subsided. However, it is not recommended as it poses a risk of permanent damage to the knee joint. It also increases the risk of the development of arthritis in the knee joint.

Can I swim after ACL reconstruction?/h3>

Swimming is usually recommended after ACL surgery as it strengthens the quadriceps (hamstring muscle), which helps support the tendon graft. However, swimming and running should be avoided for at least 4-5 months after the surgery. If you want to, you can swim with just your arms without paddling your feet 2-3 months after the surgery with your doctor’s approval.

Will I have swelling after knee arthroscopy?

Swelling after knee arthroscopy is very common, especially near incisions. It usually dissipates within a few weeks with over-the-counter medication and ice massage. Physiotherapy after the surgery promotes recovery and helps resolve the swelling much faster.

What happens when you ignore an ACL injury?

Ligaments do not receive adequate blood supply to heal on their own. Therefore, ACL injuries do not heal on their own. If left untreated, they will progressively get worse and lead to:

  • Instability of the knee joint: An injured ACL joint cannot sustain any weight and progressively becomes more and more unstable till the knee becomes too unstable to even walk.
  • Pain: ACL injuries are riddled with pain. Without treatment, the pain increases over time, and the knee swells up so much that the person starts having difficulty even moving it.
  • Disability: Without due treatment, the knee joint permanently loses its ability to bend and straighten, leading to permanent disability.
  • Arthritis: As the ligament cannot function properly in an ACL injury, its functional load is born by the surrounding tissues such as bones, tendons, and muscles. This additional strain can promote arthritis development in many people.

What does rehabilitation for ACL injury for athletes entail?

Typically, rehabilitation for ACL injuries lasts for around 4-5 weeks, but since athletes put more strain on their joints, they need longer rehab periods for better movement and to prevent recurrence of the injury.

Rehabilitation for knee injuries mainly focuses on treating the injuring and providing the patient their desired range of motion for the joint. The treatment is performed with three goals in mind:

  • Stabilizing the joint to promote healing
  • Strengthening the joint to increase the range of motion of the joint
  • Increasing joint flexibility to decrease the chances of re-injury following the return to sports.
  • Most athletes can start training for their sports about 4-6 months after the surgery, but doctors recommend a full rehabilitation before they start participating in the sports again. The rehabilitation period can be divided into:

    • Phase 1: 3-4 months after surgery- Regain strength and improve the flexibility of the joint
    • Phase 2: 4-6 months after surgery- Low-level fitness and performance agility drills
    • Phase 3: 5-8 months after surgery- Jumping exercises
    • Phase 4: 6-9 months after surgery- Single-leg jumping exercises with sports-specific cutting
    • Phase 5: 9-12 months post-surgery- Steadily increase sports drills till former skill is achieved while focusing on preventing re-injury.
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