Question 1

i got acl surgery on 8 nov 2018 on 11 dec 2018 got a jerk on knee when sitting on a bike.i feel no pain does my acl graft torn?what could be symptoms

Accepted Answer

ACL Surgery: Swelling, pain within the knee, locking within the knee, lack of motion, pivoting. ACL reconstruction surgery does not repair the damaged ligament, it creates a new ligament. With rehabilitation after surgery, most athletes can get back to their sport. An ACL can be re-torn after surgery. Some of these issues are related to the surgery, some related to the recovery. Have it checked out by doc-

Question 2

history of acl repairs but have always had instability.mr scan in 2018 showed in tact acl graft and degenerative horizontal medial meniscal tear. knee popped painfully 4 weeks ago jogging. quite severe pain and instability since. worried now. ?

Accepted Answer

I would be concerned: Worry yes.i would suggest a repeat MRI to verify condition of the graft. You do not say if meniscus has been repaired. That also a concern. Orthopedic surgeon should be next stop

Question 3

what does a disrupted acl graft mean?

Accepted Answer

Torn: It means that the graft is probably torn.  You need to see your orthopedic surgeon.

Question 4

how do i know if i retear my acl graft ?

Accepted Answer

Exam: by your doctor and likely a followup MRI. So sorry. All the best. If it is torn you will have pain and swelling with instability of your knee.

Question 5

what type of acl reconstruction graft is best?

Accepted Answer

There are a few, --: Like 1: patella-tendon-bone, from the front of the knee, taken from patient's knee;
2: hamstrings tendons, taken from the patient's knee are;
3: cadaveric achilles tendon.
Discuss with your orthopod as he'll be using the type he thinks would be the best for you.
Good luck.

Question 6

when is the weakest point of an acl reconstruction graft?

Accepted Answer

6-12 wks post-op: Once you are out from arthroscopic acl  surgery 6-8 wks . The weak link is no longer the graft fixation points( interference scews, buttons, posts , 'tightrope' etc.) but switches to the graft itself( patellar tendon or hamstring). So your acl graft is the ' weakest' generally from post - op wk.6 or 8 thru post-op wk 12/14.After a few months the graft will develop ( hopefully)some blood supply. Gl.

Question 7

what could i do to determine if i stretched my acl graft?

Accepted Answer

ACL: Typically a significant increase in pain, swelling, and instability or decrease in range of motion are signs of some issue in the knee. To determine is specifically the graft has "stretched" or become compromised you should see your surgeon for an exam.

Question 8

i've had acl reconstruction and my graft is loose, what is going too happen? thanks.

Accepted Answer

Laxity: If your acl reconstruction is stretched you may again be experiencing instability and giving way in your knee.  This is called laxity.  You should have another MRI to assess the integrity of the acl and if torn again you may need surgery again.  Don't forget to do your acl rehab exercises now.

Question 9

what's having a patellar graft acl reconstruction?

Accepted Answer

Acl knee: The middle third of the patella tendon, the ttendon below the knee cap, is taken with bone on each end one from the patella and the other from the tibia, or shin bone, this is used to make a new acl ligament.

Question 10

is it physically possible to be clear from a acl reconstruction surgery using a hamstring graft in 4 months?

Accepted Answer

It depends: On a number of factors. How well  you do in  rehabilitation is critical. You should ask your surgeon.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

Acl graft tear symptoms

A member asked:

I got acl surgery on 8 nov 2018 on 11 dec 2018 got a jerk on knee when sitting on a bike.i feel no pain does my acl graft torn?what could be symptoms

A member asked:

History of acl repairs but have always had instability.mr scan in 2018 showed in tact acl graft and degenerative horizontal medial meniscal tear. knee popped painfully 4 weeks ago jogging. quite severe pain and instability since. worried now. ?

A member asked:

What does a disrupted acl graft mean?

A member asked:

How do i know if i retear my acl graft ?

A member asked:

What type of acl reconstruction graft is best?

A member asked:

When is the weakest point of an acl reconstruction graft?

A member asked:

What could i do to determine if i stretched my acl graft?

A member asked:

I've had acl reconstruction and my graft is loose, what is going too happen? thanks.

A member asked:

What's having a patellar graft acl reconstruction?

A member asked:

Is it physically possible to be clear from a acl reconstruction surgery using a hamstring graft in 4 months?

Sponsored Content

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?