A 37-year-old member asked:
Will i lose any speed or agility after an acl knee reconstruction surgery?
1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Andrew DeGruccioanswered
Orthopedic Surgery 30 years experience
Possibly: Elite level sports performance requires near 1 1/2 years of aggressive therapy and strengthening. If you can put this level of effort into your rehab, you can regain your speed and agility.
5.7k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Similar questions
A 51-year-old member asked:
Will I have to get surgery on my knee if I tore my ACL?
1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Bernard Bach Jranswered
Orthopedic Surgery 43 years experience
It depends.: If you are active in sports that involve running, twisting and pivoting on your leg, then you should give consideration to having surgery. Consult an experienced orthopedic knee surgeon to see which option is best for you.
3.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Last updated Feb 6, 2016
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.