ACL Reconstruction surgery

What is ACL Reconstruction surgery?

ACL refers to Anterior cruciate ligament which is one of the major soft tissues in your body that acts as a connector between the femur and tibia. A tear or rip in the ACL is a common injury that needs construction depending on its severity. ACL reconstruction surgery is a surgical procedure to remove and replace a torn or damaged ligament using a graft tendon.

Dr.Praful’s orthopedic clinic offers the best ACL reconstruction surgery in Hyderabad that is completely safe and affordable. The doctors are certified and perform the procedure to restore and renew the stability of the knee from the damaged ligament. This torn ligament is basically replaced by a tendon that is grafted from another ligament of your body and is completely normal and secure.

Ideal candidates for ACL Reconstruction surgery?

The ACL tear is usually done to repair and fix the ligament allowing for a better and stable movement. The ideal candidates for ACL reconstruction surgery are –

People who are actively involved in sports.
People who have a long standing knee pain that does not get better with medications and other treatments.
People who have sustained knee injuries during physical activities like running, walking etc.
People who are young and are looking to pursue a career in the field of sports.
Sportsmen

At initial consultation

At the initial consultation with our doctor, you will be required to discuss your worries and queries. The doctor will ask you for any medical conditions that you have including a complete medical history. The medications or supplements that you currently take, will have to be listed.

Any sort of allergies or illnesses that you have must be informed to the doctor beforehand. The doctor will then explain further proceedings about the type of surgery, its requirements, the cost of the surgery, the mandatory implementations etc. The initial consultation would be the right time to discuss and deliberate your choices before opting in for the surgery.

Instructions before surgery.

You will be required to take aspirin or anti-inflammatory medicines to prevent the risk of excessive bleeding.
You will be asked to take physical therapy to reduce a considerable amount of swelling and pain before the surgery.
You may be asked to fast for 12 hours prior to the surgery.
You are not allowed to take any blood thinning medicines before the surgery.
Knee examinations will be conducted prior to the surgery for confirmation and clarity.

Procedure

Step 1 – The patient is given general anesthesia.

Step 2 – An incision is made in the front of the knee for an arthroscopy. This allows the surgeon to supervise the procedure that will take place inside the knee.

Step 3 – The surgeon will remove the torn ACL and thoroughly clean and insert screws, staples etc into your femur and tibia for the bone plugs to be intact.

Step 4 – The grafted tendon or ligament is then placed and the motion of the knee is tested to ensure the graft is placed well.

Step 5 – The incision is closed and a brace is placed to provide support and stability.

Instructions after surgery

Take the medications given by the doctor.
Keep the surgical clean and well maintained to prevent infections.
You can use cold packs to reduce swelling and pain in the knees.
Attend all the follow-up appointments with your doctor.
Restrict physical activity and make use of crutches to walk.
The knee brace must be worn until advised by your doctor.

Side effects of the ACL reconstruction surgery

All surgical procedures come with potential risks and some of the risks associated with the ACL reconstruction surgery are –

Persistent knee pain.
Blood clots or bleeding
Infections
Transfer of diseases via the cadaver method.
Numbness
Loss of motion.
Extreme weakness or stiffness

FAQs

Where can the grafted tendon be extracted from?

The tendon can be taken from the patellar tendon (from the bottom of your knee cap ), hamstring, quadriceps (tendon from the front of your thigh) or cadaver which is typically a tissue taken from a dead body, also known as allograft.

What is the cost of ACL reconstruction surgery in Hyderabad?

The cost of ACL reconstruction surgery in Dr.Praful’s orthopedic clinic in Hyderabad is affordable and budget friendly. You can contact us for further details.

What is the recovery period?

The recovery can take upto a few weeks depending on the severity of your surgery. Your doctor will keep you informed and instructed with the do’s and don’ts.

Can a teenager have the ACL reconstruction surgery in Hyderabad?

The process or type of ACL reconstruction surgery may not be the same for teenagers and adults as most teens are still in the process of growing. You can contact our doctor in Hyderabad, Dr.Praful and come up with the best possible solution or surgical procedure.