2007-02-03 10:36:41 · 2 answers · asked by Alexander C 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
if it's completely torn you'll need surgery for it.
Why are ACL tears such a big problem?
When the knee is unstable, patients often complain of a sensation that the knee will 'give out' from under them. When this giving way sensation is because of an ACL injury, the knee joint is sliding too much. This can be a problem because each episode of instability (the 'giving way' sensation) can cause damage to the knee cartilage. Therefore an ACL injury makes patients more prone to developing arthritis and meniscus tears.
Outcome
Successful ACL reconstruction surgery tightens your knee and restores its stability. It also helps you avoid further injury and get back to playing sports. After ACL reconstruction, you'll need to do rehabilitation exercises to gradually return your knee to full flexibility and stability. Building strength in your thigh and calf muscles helps support the reconstructed structure. You may need to use a knee brace for awhile and will probably have to stay out of sports for about one year after the surgery.
2007-02-03 16:51:24 · answer #1 · answered by sknymnie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
have some phys. therapy, for about a month and see how it feels. i tore my knee up bad in football, did the therapy and then surgery. it felt good before the surgery, but i went ahead with the surgery for better assurance.
2007-02-04 14:53:01 · answer #2 · answered by aaron w 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋