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ACL & PCL Rehab

Arthroscopic Ligament Repair in Mysore

Two important ligaments, the ACL and PCL, cross each other inside the knee joint to allow the joint to flex and stretch without sliding back and forth. Together they provide stability for the knee joint, keeping it from moving from side to side while at the same time allowing it to flex and extend. The ACL stops the tibia from sliding forward along the femur, while the PCL prevents the tibia and femur from sliding backward. While the PCL stops the tibia and femur from sliding in the opposite direction, the ACL prevents the tibia from moving forward along the femur.

Even though knee instability and discomfort are common symptoms of both ACL and PCL injuries, the ligaments have distinctive properties that make them different in terms of who is affected, the severity of the damage, and recommended treatments. Book an appointment to have the best treatment.

Symptoms

Pain, bruising, and instability in the knee are the main signs of both ACL and PCL injuries. The intensity of the symptoms and the degree of the damage are where they frequently diverge.

The ACL is more vulnerable to a complete rupture than the PCL because it is smaller and weaker. When this happens, the ligament may rip with an audible "pop" at that precise instant. ACL injury may also affect nearby ligaments and the meniscus, a crescent-shaped piece of cartilage that acts as a cushion between the top of the shin bone and the bottom of the thigh bone.

Pre-Procedure

An ACL tear will cause the knee to be painful to the touch along the joint line and make it difficult, if not impossible, to bend the knee. A doctor will do a physical exam in order to identify an ACL or PCL rupture. The hamstring muscles at the rear of the thigh may also spasm and guard.

The knee will droop backward while bent, which is a telltale indicator of a PCL injury. When the knee is bent past 90 degrees, the kneecap may be able to move even further back. Once a tear is suspected, it may be diagnosed using an X-ray or magnetic resonance imaging, which is more effective at identifying ligaments and other soft tissues than an x-ray. Visit our physiotherapy hospital in Mysore for the best treatment.

Procedure

Although the course of treatment for ACL and PCL injuries is fundamentally the same, it varies according on the degree of the injury:

Grade 1

The knee is stable, however, the ligament is somewhat strained.

Grade 2

The ligament is either partially ripped or has become loose.

Grade 3

The ligament has completely ruptured.

Depending on the severity of the injury, the RICE protocol—rest, ice, compression, and elevation—may be used to treat it. In order to recover joint strength and range of motion, physical treatment is frequently advised. Ligament repair and arthroscopic surgery may be necessary for complete tears.

The possibility of surgical intervention is the only real distinction in the management of ACL and PCL injuries. The course of therapy is often much more prolonged for ACL injuries since they are more often than not fully torn. Not all people with a full ACL rupture require surgery. In contrast, the majority of PCL injuries can heal on their own without surgery and may only necessitate crutches and a knee immobilizer to prevent knee movement while recovering. People who are largely inactive or older individuals can frequently manage with a knee brace or assisted mobility device after an ACL tear.

Post-Procedure

The time it takes for a PCL sprain or tear to heal depends on how serious the injury was. Mild (Grade 1) sprains recover in ten to twenty days. It takes three to four weeks to fully heal from a moderate (Grade 2) sprain. Athletes should consult their doctor frequently to decide when to start practicing again.

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