ACL Surgery
The Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) is one of the most important stabilizing ligaments of the knee joint and is also one of the most commonly injured. ACL injuries frequently occur in sports that involve sudden changes in direction, rapid acceleration or deceleration, and physical contact. These include football, basketball, kabaddi, wrestling, rugby, and similar high-impact sports.
ACL injuries can be partial or complete tears and often result in knee instability, pain, swelling, and difficulty returning to sports or even daily activities.
About ACL Surgery
ACL reconstruction is a commonly performed orthopedic procedure and is now routinely done using an arthroscopic technique. Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive, closed surgery performed with the help of a small camera called an endoscope. This approach allows for precise reconstruction with minimal tissue damage and faster recovery.
The reconstructed ligament is created using the patient’s own tissue, most commonly harvested from the hamstring tendon. Since the graft is biological, acceptance and healing are usually very good.
To secure the new ligament, special screws are used. Earlier, metal screws were commonly used, but they sometimes caused discomfort and interfered with future MRI scans. Today, biodegradable screws are preferred, as they naturally dissolve within the body over approximately two years and do not require removal.
ACL Surgery Results and Recovery
The success of ACL reconstruction depends not only on the surgical technique but also on the patient’s commitment to post-operative rehabilitation. Structured physiotherapy plays a crucial role in regaining strength, stability, and confidence in the knee.
Physiotherapy typically continues for at least six weeks and follows a carefully planned progression. Patients are guided on when and how to walk, when to begin running, and when to safely return to sports activities. Adhering strictly to the surgeon’s and physiotherapist’s instructions is essential.
When the surgeon, physiotherapist, and patient work together as a team, ACL reconstruction offers excellent outcomes and enables patients to return to an active and athletic lifestyle. It remains one of the most successful and rewarding procedures in modern orthopedics.
Looking for ACL Repair Surgery in Delhi? Contact Dr. Ashwani Maichand today.
Our Services
- Robotic Hip Replacement
- MIS Hip Replacement
- MIS DAA Hip Replacement
- Bikini Incision Hip Replacement
- SuperPATH Hip Replacement
- FAI (Femoro Acetabular Impingement)
- Osteotomy Around Hip
- Meniscus Replacement Procedure (MRP)
- Robotic Knee Replacement
- MIS Knee Replacement
- Subvastus Knee Replacement
- Partial Knee Replacement (Unicondylar)
- Robotic Spine Surgery
- Endoscopic Spine Surgery
- Computer-Assisted Spine Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS)
- Spine Fixation and Fusion
- Spine Deformity Correction (Scoliosis)
- Congenital Limb Deficiency (LLD)
- DDH & SCFE
- Clubfoot
- Paediatric Trauma
- Cerebral Palsy
- Tendon Transfer
- Knock Knee And Bow Legs
- Osteomyelitis
- Ilizarov Application
- Hexapod Application
- Malunion Management
- Non Union Management
- Limb Lengthening
Dr. Ashwani Maichand
MBBS, MS(Orthopaedics) | Mch(Orthopaedics)
- Sr. Consultant & Director at Minomax Orthopaedics
- Director Orthopaedics, CK Birla Hospital
- Fellowship Joint Replacement (USA & GERMANY)
- Visiting Surgeon HELIOSENDO at klinik, Hamburg, Germany
Dr. Ashwani Maichand brings with him a rich experience of Orthopaedics, more than a decade of which has been dedicated to joint reconstruction.
