During the physical examination, the doctor will check the swelling in the knee. The doctor may also ask you to change positions of the knee to check if the knee is functioning properly. The diagnosis, in most cases, can be done on the basis of the physical test alone, but if the injury looks severe, the doctor may ask you to take a few more tests such as – X-rays, MRI, and ultrasound.
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The surgery to repair a torn ACL is known as ACL Reconstruction. During the process, the surgeon operates and removes the injured ligament and replaces it with a segment of tendon tissue. The tendon tissue works similar to that of a ligament which connects the muscle to bone.
The surgeon will use a piece of tendon from another part of the knee or a tendon from a deceased donor. After the surgery, the patient can resume a rehabilitative therapy course for recovery.
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Types of ACL Injury or Tear:
There are varying levels of ACL injury. These include sprains, avulsion fractures, ACL deficiencies, and complex ligament injuries.
- ACL Sprain Grade I – This is considered to be the mildest condition among all the types of ACL injuries. Patients suffering from this grade of injury can be treated without surgery. This grade of injury occurs due to a stretch of the ligament. Tears do not occur in this case.
- ACL Sprain Grade II – Grade II injury occurs when the fibers of the ligaments are partially torn. The symptoms include knee pain, swelling, and tenderness. Treatment of the ACL in this grade depends on the age of the patient and the degree of the damage.
- ACL Sprain Grade III – This grade of sprain mostly occurs among the athletes. The fibers of the ligaments are completely torn in this case. Symptoms of a Grade III sprain are frequently more severe. The tear in this grade of the sprain can be treated only with reconstructive surgery.
- ACL Deficient Knee – The most prominent symptom, in this case, is knee-buckling, which can be felt while walking or running. In many cases, patients can live with ACL deficiency; the only thing that they need to do is reduce their physical activities.
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Types of ACL Injury or Tear:
There are varying levels of ACL injury. These include sprains, avulsion fractures, ACL deficiencies, and complex ligament injuries.
- ACL Sprain Grade I – This is considered to be the mildest condition among all the types of ACL injuries. Patients suffering from this grade of injury can be treated without surgery. This grade of injury occurs due to a stretch of the ligament. Tears do not occur in this case.
- ACL Sprain Grade II – Grade II injury occurs when the fibers of the ligaments are partially torn. The symptoms include knee pain, swelling, and tenderness. Treatment of the ACL in this grade depends on the age of the patient and the degree of the damage.
- ACL Sprain Grade III – This grade of sprain mostly occurs among the athletes. The fibers of the ligaments are completely torn in this case. Symptoms of a Grade III sprain are frequently more severe. The tear in this grade of the sprain can be treated only with reconstructive surgery.
- ACL Deficient Knee – The most prominent symptom, in this case, is knee-buckling, which can be felt while walking or running. In many cases, patients can live with ACL deficiency; the only thing that they need to do is reduce their physical activities.
Facts on ACL Tear:
- The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is the most commonly injured knee ligament.
- Incidences of ACL Tears are estimated to be between 150,000 and 200,000 in the United States every year.
- More than 100,000 surgeries to reconstruct the ACL are performed every year in the United States.
- An ACL Tear often occurs with sportspersons and women who wear high heels for long hours.
Ayurveda Treatment for ACL Tear
According to Ayurveda, inflammation and immobility are the response of the human body to certain injuries. Ayurveda believes that herbal formulation and natural herbs are quite effective in treating joint-related injuries. Herba can give faster results without causing any side effects to the body. There are several herbal supplements that can provide relief to joint injuries.
1. BOSWELLIA CURCUMIN CAPSULES – Boswellic is considered quite an effective anti-inflammatory that helps to reduce stiffness and inflammation of joints or injuries in the joints.
2. ASHWAGANDHA CAPSULES – Ashwagandha is considered to be a rich source of restoring properties that can boost immunity. Ashwagandha can reduce excessive pain and inflammation of the knee joints with its anti-inflammatory properties.
3. AAMVATANTAK CHURNA – Aamvatantak churna is a fine blend of ashwagandha, suranjaan, meth, gorakhmundi, haridra and sonth. These herbal products are known to strengthen bones and joints.
4. JOINT AID PLUS – Joint aid plus is a combination of guggul, nirgundi, shallaki, ashwagandha and sonth. All these herbs are known for their anti-arthritic properties.
Prevention of ACL Tear:
1. Practice good technique – Proper technique of body movement can help ward off any injuries related to sports.
2. DO not work while your body is fatigued – If your body is tired, get some rest. Do not exert yourself into workout if you are suffering from fatigue.
3. Workout to develop muscles evenly – Core strength is extremely important. WOrkout to build muscles that can prevent your body from any injury.
4. Create balance between flexibility and strength – Stiff muscles are prone to injury. Workout to build strength and flexibility in moderate amounts.
5. Balanced diet – Make sure you eat a balanced diet. It will help you increase strength, attention and endurance.
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