Knee
ACL Injury Treatment
Advanced ACL tear management including arthroscopic ACL reconstruction for knee stability and return to sport.
Symptoms
- A popping sound at injury
- Rapid knee swelling
- Knee instability or giving way
- Difficulty walking or pivoting
Causes
- Sudden twisting of the knee during sports
- Direct blow to the knee
- Landing awkwardly from a jump
- Rapid deceleration
Diagnosis
- Lachman and pivot-shift tests
- MRI to confirm ligament tear
- X-Ray to rule out fracture
Treatment Options
- RICE protocol and bracing
- Physiotherapy for partial tears
- ACL reconstruction hamstring or patellar tendon graft
- Return-to-sport rehabilitation
Frequently Asked Questions
Do all ACL tears need surgery?
Not always. Low-demand individuals may recover with physiotherapy. Active or unstable knees benefit from reconstruction.
How soon can I play sports after ACL surgery?
Most athletes return between 9 and 12 months after surgery and rehabilitation.