News - Tagged with Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction

What is a meniscus tear?

Amongst injuries to the knee joint, a meniscus tear is one of the most common.Any activity that requires forced twisting or rotation to the knee can lead to a torn meniscus. It is also often associate...

Should I Wear a Knee Brace After ACL Surgery?

After anterior cruciate ligament or ACL surgery, your reconstructed ligament will take some time to heal. During this healing process some doctors may encourage the use of a knee brace to help protect...

ACL Surgery Recovery Exercises

Your ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) surgery may have slowed you down, but one of the best ways to get back on that field, court or track is to get moving again. Of course, this movement would involv...

Why are women more prone to ACL injuries?

Worldwide studies have shown that female athletes have a significantly higher rate of ACL injuries than their male counterparts. In fact, some studies have shown that women are two to four times more...

How to prepare for your first consultation ahead of surgery

Meeting with your surgeon for the first time to discuss your condition and treatment options can be scary, particularly if you’ve never had surgery before.Preparing ahead of your first consultation...

How to help someone who is experiencing depression after surgery

Many people experience feelings of depression after surgery, no matter how small or large the operation is. Surprisingly, feelings of hopelessness and sadness are not uncommon in patients who have had...

Double hip replacement surgery vs single hip replacement surgery – what’s right for me?

If the pain in both your hips is hindering you from doing the things you love, you might be recommended to undergo surgery to have both hip bones replaced.There are two options to consider when it com...