Recommendations
ACL reconstruction surgery should be considered for all individuals who desire a return to sports or activities that
require lateral pivoting of the knee, or those who experience recurrent instability of the knee. ACL surgery is a good
option for:
- Most people expecting to return to high-level athletic activities in sports such as soccer or basketball
- Individuals who experience recurrent episodes of knee instability due to ACL insufficiency
- Patients who do not want to attempt nonsurgical treatment
ACL Reconstruction Surgery
ACL reconstruction surgery is performed to create a new ligament to take the place of the torn ACL. There are a number of considerations
for those who are interested in ACL surgery including the specific surgical technique, the timing of surgery, and the type of graft to use.
The surgical procedure is an Overnight stay procedure. Patients are given crutches to use, most often for a few weeks after surgery. Rehab
after an ACL tear can take several months, and most doctors limit patients recovering from ACL reconstruction for 7-9 months before the can undertake active sports.