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ACL & PCL FAQs - 8 Questions that You Might Have in Your Mind | Medfin

Here are some FAQs about ACL reconstruction or PCL reconstruction surgery. For more, please visit: https://blog.medfin.in/orthopaedic/acl-reconstruction/acl-pcl-faqs-8-questions-that-you-might-have-in-your-mind/

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ACL & PCL FAQs - 8 Questions that You Might Have in Your Mind | Medfin

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  1. ACL & PCL FAQs

  2. ACL reconstruction A surgery to replace a torn anterior cruciate (KROO-she-ate) ligament (ACL) — a major ligament in your knee. PCL Reconstruction The surgery consists of replacing the torn PCL with one’s own tissues or an allograft. ACL reconstruction or PCL reconstruction usually takes a lot of patience, supervision by the doctor, physiotherapy and support from family to get through. Here are some FAQs about ACL reconstruction or PCL reconstruction surgery.

  3. What is an ACL reconstruction or PCL reconstruction? ACL or PCL injury may occur while playing sports or during an accident. The only treatment option for ACL injury or PCL injury is surgical reconstruction of ACL or PCL. In this surgical reconstruction, the surgeon removes the injured PCL or ACL, then he/she uses a portion of the ligament from Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) to reconstruct the ACL or PCL.

  4. How long will it take to walk after ACL reconstruction or PCL reconstruction? The patient can start walking 3 to 4 days after ACL reconstruction or PCL reconstruction. In some cases, when the surgeon is confident, he/she may allow the patient to walk on the same day of surgery but with the help of crutches and knee braces.

  5. What happens if ACL injury or PCL injury is left ignored? If ACL injury or PCL injury is left ignored, then the patient may start to experience instability in the knee. The patient may not be able to walk properly, climb properly or run confidently. The injury may put extra pressure on the knee which may lead to osteoarthritis.

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