does ACL injury always need surgery? | क्या घुटने का लिगामेंट टूटने के बाद सिर्फ ऑपरेशन ही इलाज है?

Does ACL tear always require surgery?

The answer is big NO

🔹 1. Initial (Acute) Management

Used for all ACL injuries, especially immediately after the injury:

R.I.C.E.: Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation

Pain relief: NSAIDs like ibuprofen

Immobilization: Knee brace may be used for support

Crutches: To avoid weight-bearing if walking is painful
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🔹 2. Non-Surgical Treatment

More suitable for:

Partial ACL tears

Older or less active individuals

Those not involved in pivoting sports
Includes:

Physical therapy: To restore strength, motion, and stability

Functional bracing: To support the knee during activity
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🔹 3. Surgical Treatment (ACL Reconstruction)

Recommended for:

Complete ACL tears

Athletes or individuals involved in high-demand sports

Cases with additional knee injuries (e.g., meniscus tears)
Procedure:

Torn ligament is replaced using a graft:

Autograft (from the patient, e.g., patellar tendon, hamstring)

Allograft (from a donor)

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Видео does ACL injury always need surgery? | क्या घुटने का लिगामेंट टूटने के बाद सिर्फ ऑपरेशन ही इलाज है? канала Dr Varun Joshi