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ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) surgery is a reconstruction surgery to replace the torn anterior cruciate ligament of the knee. It is more common in sportspersons. Injury to this ligament occurs during sports and sudden shift in the direction of the knee. Therefore, it is a commonly performed significant surgery yet. It takes two to four weeks to start walking and two to nine to completely recover from the surgery.

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Which graft is better for AC joint surgery in adults?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query, and I am sorry to hear about your injury.

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Can my AC joint separate again after cadaver tendon surgery?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The probable diagnosis is acromioclavicular joint dislocation. There is a high likelihood since you are symptomatic (pain and swelling).

Is surgery necessary for grade 3 dislocation of ACL?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. This is clearly acromioclavicular joint injury (attachment removed to protect patient identity). There are two ligaments which basically keep our ACL joint in position.

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