ACL surgery
Ligament repair operation
ACL surgery is a medical procedure to repair or reconstruct the anterior cruciate ligament in the knee, typically after a sports injury.
The ACL stabilizes the knee joint, and when torn, usually requires surgical reconstruction using a tissue graft: She's been in physical therapy since her ACL surgery in March.
Recovery typically takes six to twelve months.
- kneeLeg's middle hinge
- knee injuryHarm to leg joint
- ligamentConnective tissue between bones
- tearTo pull apart
- reconstructionRebuilding after destruction
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ACL surgeryconservative treatment
Non-surgical medical management
bracing · watchful waiting · stem cell therapy · cortisone injection · natural healing
ACL surgeryroutine checkup
Regular scheduled medical examination
first aid · ice pack · preventive care · wellness visit · aspirin
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