Arthroscopic Ligament Reconstruction

Get Expert Care for ACL, PCL & Other Ligament Injuries with Dr. Debabrata Padhy

Don’t Let an Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury or Other Ligament Tear Hold You Back!

If you’re experiencing knee instability or pain from an ACL tear, PCL injury, or collateral ligament injury, timely treatment is crucial. At our clinic in Bhubaneswar, Dr. Debabrata Padhy specializes in arthroscopic ligament reconstruction, a minimally invasive surgery that repairs torn ligaments to restore knee stability and function.

Understanding Cruciate Ligament Tears: ACL vs PCL

The knee contains two main cruciate ligaments — the Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) and the Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) — both vital for joint stability. Injuries to these ligaments can happen due to sports trauma, accidents, or sudden twisting motions.

While ACL tears are common among athletes, PCL injuries often require specialized treatment and exercises.

Dr. Padhy evaluates your injury carefully to recommend the best approach, including arthroscopic ligament reconstruction or conservative management.

What is Arthroscopic Ligament Reconstruction Surgery?

Unlike traditional open surgery, arthroscopic surgery uses small incisions and a camera to precisely repair torn ligaments such as ACL, PCL, or collateral ligaments. This minimally invasive technique offers many advantages:

Symptoms of Ligament injuries: What to watch for

Specification Of Arthroscopic Ligament Reconstruction

Arthroscopy, also called arthroscopic surgery, is a minimally-invasive and highly effective technique for treating joint problems. During an arthroscopy, the surgeon makes a few small incisions at the affected area and uses these openings to insert a small camera (Arthroscope), and surgical instruments. The surgeon can then see and explore the inside of the joint to repair or clean out the joint using the inserted instruments. The benefits of arthroscopy over open surgery include:

While these benefits apply to both athletes and non-athletes alike, they can make all of the difference for someone who wants to return to a sport or needs to return to work as soon as possible.

Commonly Treated Knee Injuries

Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tears

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the four primary ligaments in the knee, and despite being the smallest of the four, it serves the most important role: it allows the knee to rotate. When the ACL is injured, full bend or extension of the knee becomes difficult. A torn ACL can cause the knee to give out at any moment both on and off the field without warning.

There are an estimated 100,000 to 200,000 ACL ruptures each year, with the highest numbers occurring among football and soccer players. Females between the ages of 15-19 years old are actually more susceptible to ACL injuries compared to their male counterparts.

Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tears

The posterior cruciate ligament (PCL), similar to the ACL, connects the thigh bone to the shin bone. While the PCL is larger and stronger than the ACL, it can still tear. The PCL is most likely to be sprained or torn by a sudden blow to the front of the knee while it is bent. When the PCL is injured, athletes will experience knee instability. This will make walking and bearing weight on the knee difficult. If left untreated, a PCL tear can lead to osteoarthritis.

Collateral Ligament Injuries

The collateral ligaments are thick, fibrous bands located on the sides of the knee joint. Both the medial collateral ligament (MCL), which is located on the inner side of the knee, as well as the lateral collateral ligament (LCL), which is found on the outside of the knee, hold bones together and control how the knee moves. The MCL is more likely to be damaged by an impact from the outside of the knee, pushing it inward; whereas the LCL is at greater risk of injury by an impact of the inside of the knee, pushing it outwards.

Dislocation

A dislocation occurs when the bones of the knee the thigh bone, shin bone, tibia, and kneecap are forced partially or completely out of alignment. While some dislocations are caused by abnormal knee structures, the most prevalent causes are sports-related contact and falls.

Commonly Treated Shoulder Injuries

Rotator Cuff Tears

Sports that involve repetitive overhead movements—such as baseball, tennis, or basketball—can cause the muscles in the shoulder to fray over time and eventually tear. Rotator cuff tears can also occur suddenly due to blunt trauma. In either case, athletes will experience shoulder pain, muscle weakness, and joint stiffness or tenderness.

Shoulder Impingement Syndrome

Shoulder impingement, which is sometimes called swimmer fs shoulder or thrower fs shoulder, is the result of inflammation due to chronic and repetitive movements. Specifically, inflammation occurs when connective tissue rubs on the shoulder blade. Considering its alternative names, it should come as no surprise that shoulder impingements are likely to occur in swimmers as well as track and field athletes.

Recurrent Dislocations

A sudden injury or overuse can cause the upper arm bone to be partially or fully forced out of the shoulder socket. In sports, a shoulder dislocation is often caused by contact or a fall. Once a shoulder has been dislocated, the ligaments, tendons, and muscles around the joint can remain loose or torn, resulting in chronic shoulder instability. This also causes the shoulder to be more susceptible to further dislocations if not properly treated.

Recovery Time After Arthroscopic Ligament Reconstruction Surgery

Recovery from arthroscopic ligament reconstruction varies based on injury severity and rehabilitation progress. Typical recovery milestones include:

Dr. Padhy guides patients through personalized rehabilitation, including PCL injury exercises, strength training, and balance work to optimize recovery.