Originally Posted by
Tommac
My 18 yr old son had a MRI on Tuesday and the radiologist concluded that there is evidence of a partial torn ACL and possible tear or strain of the PCL. Can anyone suggest a surgeon, with a good reputation, within the Durham or Chapel Hill area. We live in Alamance Country and will also be considering the Greensboro area.
My son is a senior in high school and we would like to get him seen as soon as possible. He's been seen by a PA in a local ortho dept in Burlington but can't see the surgeon until mid-October. I'ld like to get him in sooner than that. H's been on crutches for the last two weeks and and is having some serious pain. Thanks.
If the ACL is only partially torn, I would think that surgery isn't necessary. A partially torn ACL will likely heal on its own given time. If the PCL is torn, that's another story. If your son is still in a lot of pain, there may be some damage to his menisci (the cartilage) and that should be repaired. However, at his age I would strongly recommend not having reconstructive surgery unless the ACL is completely torn. It is a brutal rehab and his knee will never be the same. On the other hand, if it is a partial tear, it should heal over time and physical therapy can help strengthen the leg so the knee is actually stronger than before the injury.
Here is a forum you might want to review - and there is a lot of other information on the internet. http://www.epicski.com/forum/thread/...surgery-or-not
It's a lot to consider, but my view is avoid invasive surgery at all costs.
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