Question 1

Ive been diagnosed with a complete ACL tear after an MRI. Are there any treatment options other than surgery to repair my ligament?

Accepted Answer

Non-surgical options for ACL tears include physical therapy to strengthen the surrounding muscles and improve stability, as well as the use of a knee brace for support. However, it is important to note that these methods may not fully restore the stability of the knee like surgery would. Additionally, certain medications such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can help manage pain and inflammation associated with the injury.

Question 2

I recently had an MRI, and it shows a chronic partial tear of my ACL with buckling posterior, along with a small chronic grade 3 tear in the posterior horn of my medial meniscus reaching the inferior meniscal surface. Can you help me understand how s...

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Conservative management:1. Physical therapy to strengthen surrounding muscles2. Pain management (medications, injections)3. Bracing or orthotics4. Activity modification (avoid heavy twisting or pivoting)Surgical considerations:1. ACL reconstruction2. Meniscal repair or replacement3. Osteotomy (realignment surgery)4. Cartilage restoration procedures

Question 3

Ive been having constant pain in my legs for the past month, mainly around my knee area. Its been really hard to climb stairs because of it. What could be causing this pain?

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The constant pain in your legs, mainly around the knee area, and difficulty climbing stairs could be due to various reasons such as overuse or strain, osteoarthritis, ligament sprains, tendonitis, or even vitamin D deficiency; consider consulting an orthopedic specialist

Question 4

Hi Doctor, I've been experiencing pain on the upper left side of my waist for the last 3 days. It started after I came back from the gym, and it feels like muscular pain. However, it's been getting worse over the last few days. I also sometimes feel ...

That could be gastritis or muscle cramp,take adequate rest and consume bland diet for a better result.

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That could be gastritis or muscle cramp,take adequate rest and consume bland diet for a better result.

Question 5

Two months ago, I missed a step while walking down the stairs and my right leg took the full weight of my body, twisting badly. I took some medication and it healed temporarily, but now Im having pain whenever I walk, especially around the back of my...

Accepted Answer

You can apply a topical pain relief gel like diclofenac (e.g., Voltaren Gel) to the affected areas to help with localized pain. In terms of improving strength and flexibility, you can try doing gentle stretching exercises for your calf muscles, thigh muscles, and ankle. Physical therapy exercises focusing on strengthening the muscles around the knee and ankle can also be beneficial. Make sure to do these exercises under the guidance of a physiotherapist to prevent further injury. If the pain persists or worsens despite these measures, it would be advisable to follow up with an orthopedic specialist for further evaluation and possibly imaging studies like an MRI to assess the extent of the injury. They can provide a more targeted treatment plan tailored to your specific condition

Question 6

I've had this issue since childhood where I can't walk straight, and I always walk improperly. My shoulders and back tend to bend forward when I walk. Are there any exercises that can help me improve my posture and walk more upright?

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Your problem is termed as kyphosis...Kyphosis is an exaggerated, abnormal rounding or curving of the vertebrae that affects the posture....Kyphosis can result from trauma, degenerative diseases, problems during fetal development, infections, endocrine diseases, birth defects, spinal tumors and other factors.. Depending on cause and severity of the kyphosis, there are many different treatment options. Postural kyphosis may be improved with an exercise and a physical therapy program that strengthens supporting muscles

Ive been diagnosed with a complete ACL tear after an MRI. Are there any treatment options other than surgery to repair my ligament?

Ive been diagnosed with a complete ACL tear after an MRI. Are there any treatment options other than surgery to repair my ligament?

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