Managing Swelling and Pain After ACL Injury from Car Accident
Fractured patella after a car accident, with knee swelling? Hello doctor, my right knee has a torn posterior cruciate ligament due to a car accident. I've been undergoing rehabilitation recently and have noticed increasing swelling in my knee, along with pain when pressure i...
Dr. Hong Ximing Reply:
In the case of a posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) tear, if it leads to joint instability, it can easily result in the accumulation of synovial fluid and swelling within the joint. It is recommended to rest first and then consult with the attending physician for further evaluatio...[Read More] Managing Swelling and Pain After ACL Injury from Car Accident
Understanding Knee Ligament Injuries: Impact and Recovery After Trauma
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury? Hello, I would like to ask about a previous car accident. The other party suffered from two knee lacerations, which were sutured and subsequently treated with traditional Chinese medicine rehabilitation. After 2-3 months, the doctor diagno...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, there are four main ligaments in the knee. Ligament injuries can vary in symptoms depending on the location and severity. The cruciate ligaments are divided into the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and the posterior cruciate ligament (PCL), which are primarily responsible...[Read More] Understanding Knee Ligament Injuries: Impact and Recovery After Trauma
Is ACL Surgery Necessary After Years of Running Without Pain?
Posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about my situation. Five years ago, I suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in a car accident. At that time, the doctor performed an MRI and measured a posterior translation of approximately 1.5 cm, ...
Dr. Hong Ximing Reply:
A torn posterior cruciate ligament combined with a daily running distance of 10-20 kilometers places significant stress on the knee joint. The issue is not whether to undergo surgery or not, but rather why one would insist on having the injured knee endure such a high volume of e...[Read More] Is ACL Surgery Necessary After Years of Running Without Pain?
Understanding Posterior Cruciate Ligament Tears: Treatment Options and Recovery
Posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) tear? Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask about an incident that occurred about two months ago when I had a motorcycle accident. At that time, the doctor mentioned that my posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) might be torn. Later, an MRI confirmed th...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, if your knee cannot bend fully, it may be due to an obstruction, possibly fragments from a tear in the bone, damage to the meniscus, or a significant hematoma. It is important to address the underlying cause promptly. If the posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) is torn, it wi...[Read More] Understanding Posterior Cruciate Ligament Tears: Treatment Options and Recovery
Understanding Knee Pain: Possible Injuries After Basketball Impact
Mild knee pain? Two weeks ago, I was playing basketball and jumped up to contest a rebound with an opponent. When I landed, their foot landed heavily on my left Achilles tendon. Since then, I've been experiencing some unusual sensations in my left knee. I can walk, but somet...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It may be a knee sprain, and it's uncertain whether the ligaments inside are affected. If there is an issue with the ligaments, there could be instability in the anterior-posterior direction (involving the anterior cruciate ligament or posterior cruciate ligament) or in the ...[Read More] Understanding Knee Pain: Possible Injuries After Basketball Impact
Post-Surgery Pain in Toes After Lateral Collateral Ligament Repair
Pain in the toes after lateral collateral ligament surgery? Hello, Doctor. I was in a car accident recently and suffered tears to my left knee's anterior and posterior cruciate ligaments, as well as the lateral collateral ligament. After evaluation, the doctor decided to fir...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Post-surgical pain is normal and it may take about six weeks for the pain to lessen. Complete recovery may take up to three months.[Read More] Post-Surgery Pain in Toes After Lateral Collateral Ligament Repair
Post-ACL Surgery: Recovery Timeline and Scar Management Tips
Post-ACL Surgery Hello, my family member just underwent surgery for a torn posterior cruciate ligament. The doctor mentioned that the leg should not be bent for two weeks. Does that mean rehabilitation starts only after two weeks, or should it begin the day after surgery? The doc...
Dr. Hong Ximing Reply:
Hello: After cruciate ligament surgery, immobilization for two weeks is necessary to prevent ligament laxity, and isometric muscle exercises can be initiated. Keloids should be more focused on the scar tissue of the skin and are less related to the ligaments. Hong Shiming[Read More] Post-ACL Surgery: Recovery Timeline and Scar Management Tips
Post-ACL Reconstruction: Understanding Tightness and Pain During Recovery
Feeling tight after posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery? I just had anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery a week ago. During this week's rehabilitation, I haven't encountered any issues. However, starting yesterday, when I attempt to bend my k...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
After posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, a brace should be used for protection and to assist mobility. In the early postoperative period, there may be discomfort during activities. If this discomfort is accompanied by new symptoms, please return for a follow-up appointme...[Read More] Post-ACL Reconstruction: Understanding Tightness and Pain During Recovery
Understanding Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries and Recovery Tips
Posterior cruciate ligament tear with associated fracture? Last week, after a motorcycle accident, I went to the hospital where the doctor diagnosed me with a 71784 right knee posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) strain and a tibial fracture. After reviewing the X-rays, the doctor m...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
The cruciate ligament brace is used for patients undergoing cruciate ligament reconstruction or those with cruciate ligament tear-related fractures. This brace provides a certain degree of joint mobility under safe conditions. It is recommended that you wear this brace until the ...[Read More] Understanding Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries and Recovery Tips
Managing Posterior Cruciate Ligament Tear: Surgery or Conservative Treatment?
Tear of the posterior cruciate ligament with associated fracture? Hello, I had a motorcycle accident last month and was diagnosed with a torn posterior cruciate ligament and a fracture through X-rays. I did not undergo surgery and can walk now. Besides not being able to squat ful...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
In the acute phase of a torn anterior cruciate ligament with associated bony avulsion fractures (within 4 to 6 weeks), the preferred treatment is surgical reduction and fixation. After the acute phase, if there are no signs of instability, surgery may not be necessary. Casting or...[Read More] Managing Posterior Cruciate Ligament Tear: Surgery or Conservative Treatment?
Understanding Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries: Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Posterior cruciate ligament injury? Hello Dr. Luo, two days ago I was going down the stairs and I exerted too much force. At that time, I felt a sharp pain behind my right knee, and there is a bruise on the back of my knee, but no external injury. Earlier today, I visited a commu...
Dr. Luo Zhongwei Reply:
Ms. Hsiu-Ju: Please come to the outpatient clinic for a clinical examination for an accurate diagnosis. A letter cannot be used to diagnose your condition. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries: Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Post-Surgery Care and Recovery for Knee Ligament Transfer: Common Concerns
Regarding postoperative care after knee ligament reconstruction surgery? Hello Doctor, my mother is 47 years old. Last year, she was in a car accident where she suffered a 40% tear of the posterior cruciate ligament and complete tears of all other ligaments. She underwent surgery...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Swelling six weeks after knee surgery is considered normal and typically takes six to twelve weeks to resolve. Swelling can be managed with alternating ice and heat therapy. Additionally, rehabilitation exercises should be performed gradually to increase the range of motion in th...[Read More] Post-Surgery Care and Recovery for Knee Ligament Transfer: Common Concerns
Post-ACL Reconstruction: Understanding Sensory Loss and Swelling in the Leg
After posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery, there is a loss of sensation in certain areas of the leg? Hello, Doctor. I would like to consult you regarding a patient who underwent anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgery on the left knee one month ago....
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
1. After surgery, there may be partial damage to the superficial nerves, which can lead to numbness in certain areas of the skin. This is a common phenomenon experienced by most surgical patients and is generally not a cause for concern. Some superficial nerves may recover to a c...[Read More] Post-ACL Reconstruction: Understanding Sensory Loss and Swelling in the Leg
Understanding ACL Injuries: Pain After Surgery and Military Service Implications
Cruciate ligament I apologize for the inconvenience, but I would like to ask you about my right knee. Due to a car accident, I sustained damage to my cruciate ligaments. After a hospital examination, the doctor informed me that my anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is partially tor...
Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
1. Knee joint instability exceeding 1 centimeter after more than one year of treatment, or evidence of joint pathology confirmed by X-ray examination. 2. Reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament in both knees. Only one of the above conditions is required for exemption fro...[Read More] Understanding ACL Injuries: Pain After Surgery and Military Service Implications
Understanding Leg Length Discrepancy After Knee Arthroscopy Surgery
After undergoing arthroscopy of the knee, it was discovered that there is a leg length discrepancy? Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask if undergoing arthroscopy on the knee can cause leg length discrepancy. I can confirm that I did not have this issue before the arthroscopy. The ...
Dr. Hong Ximing Reply:
Hello Tina! Undergoing arthroscopic surgery should not cause a leg length discrepancy. Based on your description, it seems that the difference in the extension angles between your legs may be due to muscle or ligament fibrosis post-surgery, which can create the sensation of havin...[Read More] Understanding Leg Length Discrepancy After Knee Arthroscopy Surgery
Understanding ACL and Meniscus Injuries: Treatment Options and Recovery
Anterior cruciate ligament tear and meniscus tear? Hello Doctor: Three years ago, I had a rupture of the right posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) (MRI was done but no surgery was performed). In July or August, an MRI showed a tear in the medial meniscus of the right knee (in a hea...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Follow the physician's instructions regarding the fixed schedule, and discuss any detailed circumstances with your attending physician.[Read More] Understanding ACL and Meniscus Injuries: Treatment Options and Recovery
Understanding ACL Tears and Meniscus Injuries: Treatment Options Explained
Anterior cruciate ligament tear and meniscus tear? Hello Doctor: Three years ago, I suffered a rupture of the right posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) (MRI was done but no surgery was performed). In July or August, an MRI showed a tear in the medial meniscus of the right knee (in ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Injuries can result in different areas of tearing, and if the ligament is not completely torn, it can heal to a certain extent with immobilization in a cast. It is normal for the foot to swell after weight-bearing; elevating the foot can help reduce the swelling.[Read More] Understanding ACL Tears and Meniscus Injuries: Treatment Options Explained
Understanding Knee and Hip Pain: Causes and Solutions for Athletes
Knee and hip joint pain? Hello, At the end of April this year, while warming up for soccer, I experienced sudden severe pain on the outer side of my right knee when I pressed down on both ankles (internally rotating the ankle and pressing the dorsum of the foot against the grou...
Dr. Zhou Lizhi Reply:
The knee joint primarily consists of the medial collateral ligament, lateral collateral ligament, anterior cruciate ligament, and posterior cruciate ligament. According to users' reports, after sports injuries, the lateral collateral ligament is likely the main cause of pain...[Read More] Understanding Knee and Hip Pain: Causes and Solutions for Athletes
Understanding Meniscus Injuries: Recovery and Concerns After Surgery
Meniscus Hello, Doctor. I sustained an injury while playing basketball when I sprinted forward and collided with another player. After the collision, I landed on my right foot, and my right knee hyperextended in the opposite direction upon landing. I went to the hospital where th...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Generally, knee joint instability does not require surgery unless there are symptoms of pain or functional impairment. After meniscus surgery, there may be some issues with joint stiffness that could take more time to recover. When the knee is injured, both the meniscus and ligam...[Read More] Understanding Meniscus Injuries: Recovery and Concerns After Surgery
Understanding Posterior Cruciate Ligament Tear Recovery Timeline
Tear of the posterior cruciate ligament with associated fracture? Hello, doctor. In mid-December, I sustained a torn posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) and an associated fracture due to a motorcycle accident. I underwent surgery on December 21 to fixate the fracture with screws. M...
Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your questions, your attending physician will have the best understanding of your specific situation. The timeline for weight-bearing after surgery, the duration for using a brace, and the adjustable angles of the brace should be guided by your attending phy...[Read More] Understanding Posterior Cruciate Ligament Tear Recovery Timeline