What are the side effects of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery?

After the anterior cruciate ligament is ruptured, doctors will recommend reconstructive surgery for treatment. When it comes to surgery, many people will naturally think about whether there will be sequelae. In fact, there are many reasons for the sequelae of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery. Let us take a closer look at them below!

Orthopedic experts say that patients who undergo anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery can recover to their pre-injury athletic level as long as they choose the right method and take good care of themselves after surgery. However, some patients with combined injuries such as meniscus cartilage, or who have missed the treatment time, or who have serious injuries that cannot be repaired at all, or who have histological characteristics (tissues without self-repair ability), will have a slightly worse recovery effect. The following are several common factors that affect the recovery effect:

1. Anterior cruciate ligament is a common sports injury. The severity of the patient's own injury is different, and the recovery effect may also be different. Whether there is meniscus or cartilage injury is also an important influencing factor;

2. The timing of surgery is different. If the surgery is performed within two weeks to two months after the injury, the chance of meniscus cartilage damage will be much less, and the motor function will be better restored after surgery;

3. The surgical method chosen is different, and the patient's tolerance and injury conditions are different. Generally, patients can resume some daily exercises, such as running, swimming, etc., three to six months after surgery, and can resume confrontational sports, such as playing ball, six months after surgery.

Are there any sequelae to anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery? In order to reduce the sequelae of surgery, it is recommended that you go to a regular orthopedic hospital in time after the injury and choose a suitable treatment method according to your specific situation. This will reduce the chance of sequelae. I hope everyone can have a correct understanding.