ACL reconstruction surgery restores knee stability and function after ligament tears, common in athletes or individuals with sports injuries. This procedure involves replacing the torn ligament with a tissue graft, ensuring long-lasting results. Affordable ACL reconstruction surgery in India is performed by experienced surgeons, helping patients return to an active lifestyle quickly.
• Severe knee pain after injury.
• A popping sensation at the time of injury.
• Swelling and instability in the knee joint.
• Difficulty performing twisting or pivoting motions.
• High-impact sports (e.g., football, basketball, skiing).
• Sudden changes in direction or jumping incorrectly.
• Genetic predisposition to weak ligaments.
• Infection: Low risk due to modern sterilization.
• Blood Clots: Rare but possible.
• Knee Stiffness: Post-surgery difficulty regaining full range of motion.
• Graft Failure: Inadequate healing of the replaced ligament.
• Nerve Damage: Rare but can cause numbness around the surgical site.
• Medical Evaluation: Physical examination and imaging (MRI).
• Prehabilitation: Strengthening exercises for surrounding muscles.
• Lifestyle Adjustments: Avoiding smoking and preparing a recovery plan.
• Medication Review: Adjusting current medications as advised.
• Anesthesia: General or regional anesthesia.
• Graft Harvesting: Tendons from the patient (autograft) or donor (allograft) are prepared.
• Ligament Replacement: Torn ACL is replaced with the graft.
• Fixation: The graft is secured with screws or other devices.
• Closure: The incision is closed, and a brace is applied.
• Duration: 1-2 hours.
• Hospital Stay: Usually same-day discharge.
• Physical Therapy: Essential for restoring knee stability and strength.
• Activity Restrictions: Avoid running or high-impact activities for 6-12 months.
• Follow-ups: Monitoring graft integration and progress.
• ACL reconstruction has a success rate of 90-95% in restoring knee stability and function.