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ACL tear surgery recovery time

Bouncing Back: ACL Reconstruction Recovery Explained
ACL reconstruction surgery repairs a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), a vital stabilizer in your knee. While surgery mends the tear, recovery plays a crucial role in regaining strength and stability. Here's a glimpse into the typical recovery timeline:
Early Weeks (Week 1-3):
Immobilization: Your knee will likely be immobilized in a brace for support and protection.
Assisted Walking: You'll initially use a walking frame or crutches to minimize weight-bearing on your healing knee. As strength improves, you may transition to a single crutch.
Weeks 4-6:
Braced Independence: By week 4, you might be able to walk without crutches but with the support of a knee brace.
Gait Training: Physical therapy will focus on strengthening the muscles around your knee and improving your walking pattern (gait).
Remember:
This is a general overview. The recovery timeline can vary depending on factors like:
Meniscal Tear or Other Ligament Injuries: If your surgery addressed additional knee injuries, recovery might take longer.
Pre-Surgery Muscle Strength: Individuals with stronger leg muscles pre-surgery tend to recover faster.
Beyond Week 6:
Physical therapy will continue to challenge your strength, flexibility, and balance as you gradually return to your desired activities.
Crucial Note:
This video provides a basic understanding. Consult your doctor or physical therapist for a personalized recovery plan tailored to your specific needs and progress.

DISCLAIMER: The views expressed in the video are the doctor’s personal views based on his own experience. Kindly do not use this information for your treatment decisions without your doctor’s advice. Please follow the advice of your surgeon/doctor for best results. This video is intended solely for educational purposes and should not be used for medicolegal purposes.

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