What is knee ligament reconstruction?

Also known as a knee ligament repair, this procedure involves replacing the damaged ligament in the knee with a healthy tendon. Depending on which ligament is damaged, the operating procedure can vary. For instance, ACL reconstruction is typically done in a minimally invasive way using an arthroscope, allowing many patients to return home the same day as their surgery.

What types of symptoms would someone needing ligament reconstruction have?

Common symptoms of a knee injury that may require ligament reconstruction include

• A popping noise or sensation in the knee
• Intense pain, often resulting in an inability to continue physical activity
• Intense swelling
• Limited range of motion
• Instability or difficulty carrying weight

Symptoms can vary depending on a variety of factors including spine surgery. A physical examination by a professionally licensed physician is the best way to determine the optimal treatment method for eliminating your symptoms. Our team of orthopedic physicians are experts in treating all kinds of knee injuries.

What are the different types of ligament reconstruction?

There are many ligaments in the knee, and identifying the damaged ligament is critical to determine which procedure will relieve symptoms. Some of these procedures and ligaments include:

• ACL (Anterior cruciate ligament) reconstruction
• PCL (Posterior cruciate ligament) reconstruction
• PLC (Posterolateral corner) reconstruction
• LCL (Lateral collateral ligament) reconstruction
• MCL (Medial collateral ligament) reconstruction

What should I do if I have knee pain or knee ligament issue?

If you have persistent symptoms that do not appear to be healing over time, you may want to consider scheduling an appointment with a physician for a full exam to help determine the optimal treatment path. Our team of physicians is highly experienced at diagnosing and then treating the root causes of your pain or discomfort. You can request an appointment with us by using the form on the left or giving us a call at (321) 499-4646