Anterolateral Ligament Reconstruction - Lateral Extra Articular Tenodesis
Lateral extra articular augmentation procedures of the knee are usually required in patients undergoing ACL reconstruction who have hyper-laxity of the joints or requiring a revision of ACL reconstruction.
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Procedure Time:
45 minutes
Return to Work:
4-6 weeks
Full Recovery:
12-16 weeks
Price:
£4000 (Fixed)
What to expect at the time of your surgery:
Before the surgery, regional anaesthesia is administered to ensure the patient’s comfort. In addition to the incisions made for ACL reconstruction, the surgeon makes further incisions on the outer side of the knee joint. The surgeon utilises the patient’s tissue to augment the ACL reconstruction or uses synthetic material to provide the required stabilisation. Small bony tunnels are created to secure the synthetic tape or the patient’s fascial tissue in such a fashion that would provide further stability following the ACL reconstruction procedure. After completing the procedure, the incisions are closed with sutures or adhesive strips. Sterile dressings or bandages are applied to the incision sites. The patient is typically monitored for a short period before being discharged, and post-operative instructions for pain management, rehabilitation exercises, and recovery are provided.
What to expect after your surgery:
You will be provided with clear post-operative instructions, including pain management. A knee brace application is expected for the initial few weeks to provide support and protect the ACL reconstruction as well as augmentation procedures. At two weeks, the sutures will be trimmed, and a wound check will be performed. Physiotherapy will be required gradually to achieve the full range of movement and strength of the muscles. Driving and office work may be possible in 6–8 weeks, depending on the overall recovery.
Anterolateral Ligament Reconstruction - Lateral Extra Articular Tenodesis Prices
Anterolateral Ligament Reconstruction - Lateral Extra Articular Tenodesis prices are fixed, which is £4000
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Anterolateral Ligament Reconstruction - Lateral Extra Articular Tenodesis FAQ
No driving or lifting of heavy objects. The provided brace needs to be worn all the time except when doing physiotherapy. No strenuous exercises.
You will be mobilizing in the provided knee brace from day one. The wound will be checked and sutures trimmed in two weeks. Physiotherapy will start straight after the procedure and it can take up to three months to gain full range of movement and strength. You are advised to refrain from any contact sports activity for a total of nine months.
You will require regular painkillers for the initial days. The procedure will be pain-free, and if a nerve block is given, the anesthetic effect will last for several hours after the completion of the operation. It is important to take the prescribed painkillers regularly and in a timely fashion. Icing and leg elevation will help reduce pain as well as swelling.
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