Question 1

Had arthroscopy surgery 3 months ago for a small medial meniscus tear, trochlear dysplasia, and an ACL sprain but still dealing with pain, stiffness, and locking in my knee. The MRI also showed mild quadriceps tendinosis and a loose body in the joint. Why am I not recovering well and what should I do next?

Accepted Answer

ortho opinion is advised to the patient at apollo hospital.

Question 2

I'm really worried about my wife. She recently had an X-ray of her lumbosacral spine, and they found she has sacralization of L5S1. Her back pain isnt constant, but when it does flare up, it's really intense and hard for her to handle. What kind of treatment would you recommend for something like this?

Accepted Answer

For your wife's sacralization of L5-S1, consider conservative management with physical therapy, yoga, or Pilates to strengthen core muscles, improve flexibility, and reduce pain; pain management with medications like NSAIDs or muscle relaxants as needed; and lifestyle modifications, such as maintaining a healthy weight, improving posture, and avoiding heavy lifting or bending; if symptoms persist or worsen, consult an orthopedic specialist or spine surgeon to discuss potential surgical options.

Question 3

It's been a month since my revision ACL surgery and meniscus repair. I've been doing physio and can bend my knee almost fully, but I still can't straighten it completely like my other knee it stays a bit forward when I stand. Is this normal, or should I be doing something different to help it straighten out?

Accepted Answer

ortho opinion is advised to the pt.

I'm feeling some pain at the base of my neck, and it radiates to my shoulder whenever I turn to the right side. I saw the doctor, and they mentioned it might be a cervical rib. Could you explain what this is? I'm a bit worried about what it means and what I should do next.

Thats an extra growth cervical vertebrae,if you have symptoms Physiotherapy would help you.

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