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有效的治疗方法 & 前交叉韧带撕裂恢复程序

大发娱乐的专家在 大学骨科中心 have dedicated their careers to diagnosing, treating, and preventing ACL injury. We offer multidisciplinary care for each stage of your injury and recovery, as well as programs for prevention and rehabilitation. It is our mission to get you back to your highest level of function for your active lifestyle or sport.

什么是前交叉韧带损伤?

The ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) is one of four ligaments that stabilize the knee. When your ACL is injured, your knee may become unstable and at risk for further injury. 前交叉韧带撕裂是最常见的膝关节损伤之一.

Your orthopedic specialist will work with you to determine the extent of your injury and choose the best plan of treatment for your needs, especially if you’ve damaged other parts of your knee as well.

你的ACL在哪里??

Your ACL is in the center of your knee, behind the kneecap. This section of tissue connects your thigh bone to your shinbone.

前交叉韧带撕裂vs. ACL扭伤

Your ACL injury may be classified as one of the following:

  • a sprain (least common injury, often due to overstretching);
  • partial tear; or
  • 完整的眼泪.

Most ACL injuries are complete or partial tears of the ligament, 也就是说它不能再稳定膝盖了. ACL sprains are minor injuries with little long-term damage to the ligament. 扭伤通常需要一到两周的休息才能痊愈, 糖衣, and over-the-counter pain medication as recommended by your orthopedic specialist. 大发娱乐的 specialists offer a complete exam and thorough diagnosis for any ACL-related pain or injury.

前交叉韧带撕裂

如果你的前交叉韧带撕裂,你可以:

  • 受伤时听到爆裂声.
  • 感觉你的膝盖从你下面伸出来.
  • 经历疼痛和肿胀.
  • 不能完全移动你的腿.
  • 感觉关节压痛.
  • 行走时感到不适. 

前交叉韧带损伤的原因

ACL injuries often occur during recreational activities or sports that involve:

  • 迅速改变方向,
  • 突然停止,
  • 滑雪时摔倒或扭曲;
  • 起跳不正确,或者
  • 直接与某人相撞.

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什么时候寻求前交叉韧带损伤的治疗

女人痛苦地抓着膝盖

If you experience any signs or symptoms of ACL injury or tear, seek care as soon as possible.  

You should see a doctor within one to two weeks if you experience mild to moderate discomfort that does not improve by resting the injured knee. If your knee feels unstable or will not support your leg in normal activity, schedule an appointment with a medical provider within 24 hours.

骨科损伤诊所

大发娱乐的 骨科损伤诊所 给每个人(成年人), 青少年, and children over the age of five) access to a trained orthopedic specialist for immediate evaluation of injuries that are two weeks or less old. We also offer same-day appointments for ACL injuries.

A visit to our 骨科损伤门诊 is often less costly than going to the 急诊室, 等待时间更短, 并且可以在您方便的时候安排.

大发娱乐的 physicians provide a thorough assessment and schedule you for follow-up care or surgical treatment at our 骨科中心. 请致电801-587-7109预约.

前交叉韧带损伤治疗

If your lifestyle only includes light or moderate physical activity, a non-surgical approach may be a good fit for a partial or full ACL tear.

支撑, Your orthopedic specialist may recommend a protective brace to stabilize your knee and prevent further injury. 大发娱乐的 clinic designs custom braces specifically measured and fitted for your knee. 

物理治疗  Physical therapy strengthens supporting muscles and tissue, 增加活动范围, 恢复膝盖的整体功能. Most physical therapy regimens span two to three months for optimal rehabilitation. Physical therapy may successfully treat an ACL injury for less active patients.

ACL手术 — Your orthopedic specialist may recommend surgery if you want to return to an active or sports-focused lifestyle after an ACL tear. Most ACL surgeries are not done immediately unless there are other injuries to your knee that need 紧急护理. It is important to begin physical therapy before surgery to reduce swelling from your injury and regain a good range of motion.

前交叉韧带撕裂需要多长时间才能恢复?

The length of your recovery will depend on the extent of your injury and other individual circumstances.

If you experience a partial ACL tear or choose a non-surgical approach to treat a 完整的眼泪, your specialist will recommend weight-bearing activity and physical therapy within a few days of the injury. Many patients typically achieve their full range of motion in three to four weeks and regain their pre-injury strength in three to four months.

完全恢复 ACL手术 可能需要6到12个月.

How to Make an Appointment with an Orthopedic Specialist

如果你有 膝盖疼痛 and would like to see an orthopedic specialist for an evaluation, contact our 骨科中心 at 801-587-7109. Referrals may be required based on your insurance policy. Please check with your provider to verify your coverage.

大发娱乐诊所之前, check with your insurance carrier to verify that care from our clinic is covered under your plan. We accept most insurance plans and most treatment is covered by insurance. 然而, 有些保险计划有具体的规定, such as requiring a referral from a primary care provider before seeing a specialist.

You can also get a referral to see one of our specialists from:

倾听病人的心声

Medical School Student Grateful for Care from 骨科损伤门诊

波利Creveling, 犹他大学医学院三年级学生, 在两英尺深的地方滑雪吗, fresh powder when her ski got stuck in the hard snow below. 她的膝盖一阵剧痛. She was diagnosed with both a torn ACL and a meniscus tear. With the in-depth comprehensive care she received from the 骨科损伤诊所 and her orthopedic surgery team, she was able to continue her athletic lifestyle and participate in her med school rotations.

读波莉的故事

Alta ski patrol puts patient 波利Creveling into a stretcher