Knee ligament surgery
ACL Tear & Reconstruction in Ahmedabad, Gujarat
The anterior cruciate ligament stops your knee from shifting forward and twisting out of control. Once torn, it does not heal on its own - and every episode of giving way damages the meniscus and cartilage a little more.
- Keyhole surgery through two small incisions
- Hamstring, quadriceps or peroneal graft options
- Day-care or single-night admission
- Return to sport in 6 – 9 months with rehab
Signs you may have torn your ACL
Most ACL tears in Ahmedabad happen during cricket, football, kabaddi, badminton or a two-wheeler accident - a twist on a planted foot, often with an audible pop.
- A pop at the moment of injury followed by rapid swelling
- Knee giving way when turning, pivoting or stepping off a kerb
- Inability to trust the leg on stairs or uneven ground
- Recurrent swelling after activity
The reconstruction procedure
The torn ligament cannot be stitched back. It is replaced with a graft taken from your own hamstring or quadriceps tendon, passed through precisely drilled tunnels in the femur and tibia and fixed with modern suspensory or interference devices.
Everything is done arthroscopically through two keyhole incisions, so the muscles are not cut. Any associated meniscus tear is repaired in the same sitting.
Rehabilitation timeline
Walking with support starts on day one. Full knee bend is usually achieved by week four, jogging around month three to four, and pivoting sport at six to nine months once strength testing is satisfactory.
Rushing back to sport is the single biggest cause of re-tear. The programme is milestone-based, not calendar-based.
Sportspersons from clubs and academies across Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Vadodara, Surat and Rajkot are managed on the same evidence-based protocol.
Frequently asked questions
Can an ACL tear heal without surgery?
A complete tear does not heal. Older, low-demand patients may manage with muscle strengthening, but young or sporting patients with instability need reconstruction to protect the meniscus and cartilage.
How soon after injury should ACL surgery be done?
Usually after swelling settles and knee movement returns, around two to four weeks. Operating on a stiff, swollen knee increases the risk of stiffness afterwards.
What is the cost of ACL surgery in Ahmedabad?
Cost depends on the implant, hospital category and whether a meniscus repair is needed. A written estimate is given at consultation and most insurance policies cover it.