Treatment for ACL Injury at New Friends Colony-PhysioNautics
ACL or Anterior Cruciate Ligament of the knee is one of the most vital ligaments of the knee, which plays a very crucial role in the stability as well as mobility of the knee joint. This ligament in particular also helps in avoiding forward translation of femur over the tibia. Although this condition is mostly seen in sports person who are into close contact sports, it can also be seen in traumatic cases. This injury happens when the knee suddenly goes under a pivoting or cutting movement.
Depending upon the degree of injury it is prescribed to get it treated either surgically or conservatively. In conservative treatment it is said to immobilize the knee joint for a while and let the ligament heal on its own. In surgical treatment a graft is taken from a muscle tendon(usually hamstring) and is used as ACL ligament.
Physiotherapy Treatment
Well no matter whether the knee is treated conservatively or surgically Physiotherapeutic intervention and rehabilitation is always a must for a complete recovery. The role of physiotherapy becomes even more crucial when the patient is active and is into sports, trekking and such vigorous activities. So what are you still waiting for? Come to PhysioNautics get yourself assessed and treated. Our experts here will give you the care you deserve and will make you a personalized treatment plan.
