Australia
A 27-year-old female asked:
Acl failed several times, do physio and exercise, tibia moves out from femur, surgeon at a lost, how can stabilise knee better when else all failed?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

Dr. Peter Ihleanswered
Orthopedic Surgery 55 years experience
Depending on Ur. ..: ...age U could wear an ACL stabilizing brace 4 activities, older people get stability from a TKA. This is not 4 active people in 40-65 yr. olds. Always remember that there is no problem in orthopedics that is so bad that it can't be made worse by surgery.
3.9k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Last updated Jul 22, 2014
People also asked
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
24/7 visits - just $39!
50% off with $15/month membership
Disclaimer:
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.