ACL Reconstruction can be performed either as an Open surgical procedure or Arthroscopically -Assisted. The current standard is to have the procedure done Arthroscopically Assisted. ACL Reconstruction can be done safely, effectively and more cost efficiently on an out-patient basis. We at WOKC have been performing ACL Reconstruction on an out-patient basis for the past 5 years with no related complications. PT, under the direct supervision of a Physical Therapist, can last 6 - 9 months.
Surgery is only half the battle.
In order for a patient to return to normal activity the patient must make a commitment to their rehabilitation program. There are basically two stages during the post-operative period. In our practice here at WOKC we encourage the use of a Rehab brace due to the specific technique that our physicians perform for ACL reconstruction.