A knee replacement is a procedure to replace a damaged knee joint. There are many factors doctors consider before making a recommendation for a knee replacement. First, you have to be generally healthy, independent, and mobile. For instance, some people with diabetes may not be good candidates for this type of surgery because they can…
Archives for November 2022
Surgical and Non-Invasive ACL Tear Treatments
There is much debate surrounding the treatment of a torn ACL, with some believing that surgery is always necessary and others asserting that it can be avoided in certain cases. The truth likely lies somewhere in the middle. While there are some instances where non-surgical treatment may be effective, such as when the tear is…
What Happens During ACL Surgery?
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is located in the knee, connecting the thigh bone and tibia and helping keep the joint stabilized. The ACL can be torn if there is a sudden change in direction or speed, or if a direct blow is sustained to the knee. This type of injury most commonly occurs during…
How to Manage Pain After ACL Knee Surgery
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is the ligament of the knee that provides stabilization to the joint. It runs from the femur (thighbone) to the tibia (shinbone), crossing in front of the knee joint. The ACL provides approximately 85% of the restraining force to prevent forward movement of the tibia on the femur and limits…
How Sports Medicine Can Help in ACL Rehabilitation
An anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury is one of the most common injuries affecting the knee joint. The ACL is a key stabilizing ligament in the knee, and when it is torn, it can cause the knee to become unstable. If left untreated or if the problem is inadequately treated, it threatens mobility and can…