A member asked:

Hi i have a ruptured acl, torn meniscus and pcl damage too. i spent 5 weeks in a cast, now 2nd week into physio. will i require surgery? i'm 23 thanks

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Dr. Mark Galland answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

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".

Answered 12/9/2013

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Dr. Alvin Stein answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Yes : The acl and PCL will not heal without surgery if they are complete tears. Partial tears respond to prolotherapy .Visit www.Getprolo.Com or www.Aaomed.Org for info.

Answered 1/12/2015

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