LCL Reconstruction Surgery in Hyderabad
Advanced Knee Ligament Surgery by Dr. Kilaru Praful – Expert in LCL Injuries
What is LCL Reconstruction?
The Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) is a critical ligament located on the outer side of the knee, responsible for providing stability during side-to-side movements. When this ligament is completely torn—often due to sports injuries or trauma—LCL reconstruction surgery is required to restore stability and prevent long-term joint damage.
If you’re experiencing knee instability, pain, or weakness, especially on the outside of the knee, you may need LCL reconstruction surgery in Hyderabad.
⚠️ Common Causes of LCL Injuries
- Sudden impact to the inside of the knee (pushing it outward)
- Sports injuries (football, skiing, martial arts)
- Road traffic accidents
- Falling with a twisted knee
- Combined ligament injuries (LCL + ACL or PCL)
👨⚕️ Dr. Kilaru Praful – LCL Reconstruction Specialist in Hyderabad
Dr. Kilaru Praful is a leading orthopedic surgeon in Hyderabad, specializing in knee ligament reconstruction, including LCL, ACL, and multi-ligament injuries. With over 12 years of surgical experience and access to cutting-edge techniques at Yashoda Hospital, Dr. Praful provides personalized, minimally invasive surgical care with rapid recovery.
🩺 Symptoms of LCL Tear
- Pain on the outer side of the knee
- Instability or wobbliness when walking
- Swelling and stiffness
- Clicking or popping in the knee
- Difficulty with pivoting or side movements
🧪 Diagnosis of LCL Tear
- Physical stress tests (Varus stress test)
- MRI scan to confirm ligament damage and rule out associated injuries
- X-rays to check for bone injuries or avulsion
⚙️ LCL Reconstruction Surgery – Procedure Overview
- Torn LCL is replaced using a tendon graft (from your own body or a donor)
- Graft is fixed using screws, buttons, or tunnels into the femur and tibia
- Surgery performed through small incisions using minimally invasive techniques
- May be combined with ACL/PCL reconstruction in multi-ligament injuries
- Duration: 60–90 minutes
- Usually requires 1-night hospital stay
⏱️ Recovery Timeline
- Knee brace support: 3–4 weeks
- Physiotherapy starts within 7–10 days
- Walking without aid: 4–6 weeks
- Sports return: 4–6 months, depending on healing and rehab
FAQs – LCL Reconstruction Surgery in Hyderabad
1. Can an LCL tear heal without surgery?
Partial tears may heal with rest and physiotherapy. Complete tears or instability usually require reconstruction.
2. Is LCL reconstruction painful?
It is a minimally invasive surgery, and pain is effectively managed with post-op care and rehab.
3. What graft is used in LCL reconstruction?
Commonly, a hamstring tendon or quadriceps tendon graft is used. In some cases, donor tissue (allograft) may be used.
4. Will I be able to play sports after LCL surgery?
Yes, with structured rehab, most patients return to sports in 4–6 months.
5. Is LCL reconstruction surgery covered by insurance?
Yes, most knee ligament reconstruction surgeries are covered under orthopedic or accident-related insurance policies.