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Acl tear problem, I need to be cured
Anterior crucial ligament of my left leg is teared . Detected by MRI scan .
I m involving in sports activity ,in future also so i m confused what kind of treatment I can get for better recovery
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Quadriceps Exercises- Lie straight, make a towel role and put it under the knee, press the keen against the role, hold it for 20 secs. Repeat 20 times twice a day. This will help relieve some pain.
Core Strengthening Exercise- Straight Leg Raised With Toes Turned Outward, repeat 10 times, twice a day.
Hams Stretching- lie straight, take the leg up, pull the feet towards yourself, with a elastic tube or normal belt. repeat 10 times, twice a day.
Sports Taping- stretch the tape from both ends and apply on the affected area
Contrast Fomentation (Hot and Cold).
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If the tear is of grade 1 category, it can be completely treated by Physiotherapy. But if its a tear of grade 2/3, consult a orthopaedician, surgery may be required.
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Go to a physiotherapist.. Ultrasonic therapy +IFT +Heating therapy +some strengthening exercises will be helpful for sure.
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At home.. Rest +hot water fomentation +pain killer gel +no long standing /walking+no cold exposure +no stair climbing +use knee cap.
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Hi,
Hope you have consulted orthopedic doctor for the same.
Treatment advisable once consulted to an orthopaedic if MRI says it's a tear.
Dr Dimple Kapasi
Physiotherapist
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Dear Friend,
ACL tear is significant injury specially in young and active people. Treatment depends more upon clinical pictures than MRI. Do you have any instability while walking straight or on uneven surfaces?
Do you have any pain?
What kind of injury did you have? Treatment depends upon lot many factors. What are your future plans and expectations...
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Right now, start physiotherapy for knee rehab. Get evaluated from sports medicine specialists.
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Meniscus must not be sacrificed if it's possible to save.
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Hello there....well u need to share/upload the MRI report to know the exact status of the ACL injury....as grade 3 and some grade 2 injuries require surgery...while grade1 and some grade 2 can be managed conservatively through braces and extensive physiotherapy protocol....hence its important to know the extent of injury.
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even if you opt for surgery or without...you need to undergo a strict regime of ACL physiotherapy protocol. Regards & take care.
do get back for detail analysis.
(also with the sporting activity u do)
(a rehab for a footballer is different to a runner)
Dr Raviraj Francis
MPTh(Rehab)MPT(MSK).UK
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Dr. Abhimanyu Singh
Orthopedist
16 yrs exp
Delhi
A torn ACL doesn't always mean that it needs surgery. You will need to be physically examined to see if the function of the ACL is gone. If it is not functional then a reconstruction can be recommended. It will involve a surgery and post operative rehabilitation for recovery
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Dr. Anurag Awasthi
Orthopedist
22 yrs exp
Gurgaon
At your age, Arthroscopic ACL reconstruction will offer best long term results. Partial tears can be satisfactorily managed with physiotherapy.
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Dr. Pinky Parekh (PT)
Physiotherapist
13 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Consult an Orthopedic Doc specialized in knee injuries to find out of it can heal without surgery with help of Physiotherapy If its a partial tear without knee instability it can heal without invasive treatment but accurate diagnosis is crucial Good luck.
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