Does a orthopedic surgery perform acl reconstruction?

The anterior cruciate ligament helps control forward movement and rotation of the knee. During reconstruction, the damaged ligament is replaced with a graft so the knee can be stabilised. An orthopaedic surgeon examines the knee, reviews imaging, and considers activity goals, associated injuries, instability, and the condition of the joint before recommending surgery.

Surgery is only one part of recovery. Physiotherapy commonly works on swelling control, knee movement, thigh strength, balance, and progressive sport or work tasks. The pace depends on healing, examination findings, and the demands placed on the knee.

Arrange review with an orthopaedic knee or sports surgeon if the knee repeatedly gives way, remains swollen, or limits normal activity after an injury. Bring scan reports and note when instability occurs. Ask whether rehabilitation before surgery is advised and whether meniscus or cartilage damage also needs attention.

Until assessed, avoid movements that make the knee buckle. Use support, ice, elevation, or prescribed medicines only in the way your clinician has recommended.

Seek urgent assessment after an injury if the knee is visibly deformed, rapidly enlarging, extremely painful, or impossible to bear weight on. Get immediate help for a cold or pale foot, new loss of sensation, or severe calf swelling with chest pain or breathing difficulty.

Ask whether your symptoms and examination support reconstruction, what graft options are suitable, and which other knee structures are involved. Discuss rehabilitation milestones, driving and work restrictions, warning signs, and how return to sport will be tested.