Addressing ACL Reconstruction Issues: Ligament Length, Circulation, and Muscle Atrophy
Issues related to ligament length, blood circulation, and muscle atrophy? Dr. Luo: I apologize for bothering you again. Recently, in a Christian group I attend, a young lady mentioned that after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction, doctors often cannot measure accurat...
Dr. Luo Zhaozhong Reply:
Congratulations on completing your surgery. From your letter, it is evident that the postoperative results are good. The reconstructed anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) will not undergo significant changes in length, so the expectation of the reconstructed ligament becoming looser...[Read More] Addressing ACL Reconstruction Issues: Ligament Length, Circulation, and Muscle Atrophy
Understanding the Fixation Devices in ACL Reconstruction Surgery
A naming issue regarding anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction? In the case of a patient who has undergone anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction and has X-rays showing two fixation devices, it is important to clarify whether these devices are commonly referred to as...
Dr. Luo Zhaozhong Reply:
Congratulations on successfully completing your surgery! I hope the results are satisfactory for you. The term "nail" commonly refers to a metal rod placed in the medullary cavity to stabilize a fracture, effectively connecting the two ends of the broken bone like a str...[Read More] Understanding the Fixation Devices in ACL Reconstruction Surgery
Understanding ACL Injury Recovery: Timing and Rehabilitation Insights
Issues Before Reconstruction After Complete Tear of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Dr. Luo: After our last consultation, I waited five days to review the results of the MRI. The doctor at the medical center informed me that there is a bone contusion, the medial and lateral ...
Dr. Luo Zhaozhong Reply:
Basically, after the acute phase, both reconstructive surgery and waiting for more complete rehabilitation before surgery are options that people take, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. For instance, when performing knee arthroplasty, we sometimes ask patients to fi...[Read More] Understanding ACL Injury Recovery: Timing and Rehabilitation Insights
Understanding Knee Injuries: ACL and Meniscus Tears Explained
Issues Following Knee Joint Injury I have fallen off my motorcycle 26 days ago, resulting in a ligament injury on the right side of my left knee, with a suspected anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear and possible meniscus tear. For the first 11 days, I experienced pain inside th...
Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
According to the presenting complaint, after the injury, an MRI examination revealed a suspected meniscal cartilage tear and ACL rupture. I recommend performing an arthroscopy first, which can help confirm the diagnosis. If there is a meniscal tear, it can be treated simultaneous...[Read More] Understanding Knee Injuries: ACL and Meniscus Tears Explained
Preparing Mentally for Knee Surgery: What to Expect After an Injury
I want to mentally prepare myself before knee surgery? I fell while riding my motorcycle and injured the ligaments on the right side of my left knee joint and the ligaments in the front. There is also a possibility of a meniscal tear. I previously had blood drawn from the joint c...
Dr. Luo Zhaozhong Reply:
From the previous notes, it is evident that your prior physician managed your case very well. Generally, my approach involves conducting a thorough examination to determine whether there is a tear of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and whether the meniscus is ruptured. In th...[Read More] Preparing Mentally for Knee Surgery: What to Expect After an Injury
Recovery and Rehabilitation After Knee Ligament Tear: What to Expect
Treatment and Rehabilitation After Knee Ligament Tear I sustained a ligament tear in my left knee due to an accident in mid-April. After treatment, the wound on my left leg has healed, but I am still having difficulty walking. How long does it typically take to recover, and shoul...
Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
The knee ligaments include the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), posterior cruciate ligament (PCL), lateral collateral ligament (LCL), and medial collateral ligament (MCL). It is unclear which one is ruptured. Generally, tears of the ACL, PCL, and LCL require surgical interventio...[Read More] Recovery and Rehabilitation After Knee Ligament Tear: What to Expect
ACL Tear: Should You Consider Surgery for Long-Term Knee Pain?
Ligament rupture I suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) due to a car accident, but I am still able to walk normally without major issues. Recently, my knee has been feeling sore, and I experience discomfort after standing for extended periods. This has been ongoing fo...
Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
A torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) can lead to knee instability, particularly during physical activities and when going up and down stairs, and it increases the risk of developing arthritis in the future. For individuals with a low level of physical activity, rehabilitation ...[Read More] ACL Tear: Should You Consider Surgery for Long-Term Knee Pain?