Question 1

how long does acl tear rehab usually take?

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Depends: Following an ACL reconstruction post tear, the rehab usually involves three months of regular physical therapy, then some follow up as needed.  Our physical therapist then will do a three month sports/functional test to see whether you can be discharged from pt or if you need to continue.  Overall, it take a whole year for the graft to mature, so some pt may be needed off and on during that year.

Question 2

does an acl tear still heal if you don't do rehab?

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ACL Reconstruction: Yes, you can still have an acl reconstruction. Acl tears do not heal on their own & having it replaced can help you maintain a healthy/ active lifestyle in the years to come. The acl is a major knee stabalizer, and can provide security to your knee that may prevent further damage to nearby tendons, ligaments, muscles, articular cartilage, meniscus, & bones when compared to a "loose knee"

Question 3

docs please tell, does partial thickness acl tear with preserved ligaments attachment, heal completely with rest,rehab & medication without surgery?

Accepted Answer

It depends: on the severity of the tear, and whether there is any functional impairment.  It may not require surgery, but talk to your orthopedic surgeon about treatment/prognosis in your case.

Question 4

i have complete acl tear mid portion...i want to noe hw much time it will take it to recontruct...and will it recontruct naturally?

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ACL: A complete acl tear will not heal itself.  Acl reconstructions are done at all ages in active individuals.  Full recovery from acl reconstruction can be 6 to 9 months if not a full year. It is not mandatory to fix the acl, but the knee will remain somewhat unstable which can lead to future injuries.  Talk to your doc.

Question 5

left knee complete acl tear and ruptured meniscus in jun08. patella knee graft in jul09. knee popping and catching every leg extension and step i take?

Accepted Answer

See your ORS: Popping and catching after ACL reconstructive surgery using patellar tendon can be related to the graft taken... that is patellofemoral ‘crepitus’— catching and popping esp. w/ leg extensions, stair-climbing. Best to see your orthopedist and get examined. Sometimes the graft hypertrophies( cyclops lesion)and can cause similar symptoms. Best of luck!

Question 6

acl tear problem around 2 year back

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Chronic acl tear: Chronic acl tears can lead to arthritis and increase the risk of meniscal tears.  Approximately 50% of patients with a chronic acl tear will have arthritis in their knee after 7 years.  For patients with pain and instability acl reconstruction can help relieve symptoms and improve your function.   Make sure you see a sports medicine trained specialist for your surgery.

Question 7

who should i see about a complete acl tear?

Accepted Answer

Sportsmed specialist: Conservative estimates are that between 100, 000 and 125, 000 acl surgeries are done in the us each year and most of these complex surgeries are done by surgeons who do less than 10 or 12 per year. The success rate of he surgery even in the best hands is about 90%. Surgeons who are fellowship trained in arthroscopy and sports medicine have additional experience in dealing with these injuries.

Question 8

should i apply heat or ice to my acl tear?

Accepted Answer

Depends when you: Tore it. Ice definately in the first 24-48 hours after injury.

Question 9

can i still walk if i have a bad acl tear?

Accepted Answer

Yes!: An acl tear makes the knee unable to resist rotational movements that occur when you plan your knee and twist to the opposite side. However, walking and straight-forward running is not usually affected. Older literature describes deficiencies in walking, but that literature is outdated. Acl reconstructions are done to restore rotational and translational stability, not to restore walking.

Question 10

can i walk with crutches after an acl tear?

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Yes: You can walk with crutches or a walker following ACL reconstruction.

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