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ACL repair information and locations in Mexico
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ALC) repair is a surgery used to repair or replace your knee’s ACL
after injury. This procedure is commonly used to treat sports related injuries. This is a Same
Day Procedure.
This procedure is normally carried out with an Arthroscopy. Doctors insert small tools into the
knee to either repair the ACL or replace it with tissue from another part of the patient’s body.
Not all ACL tears require surgery; we suggest consulting our top Orthopedists to find out what
your body needs and what’s best for you.
Visit any of the best locations in Mexico for ACL repair and get excellent results!
Benefits
Leads to an active lifestyle
Strengthens the knee
Reduces risks of other conditions
Fast surgery
Strengthens the knee
Reduces risks of other conditions
Fast surgery
ACL repair
Procedure:
90 min.
Hospital stay: 2 - 2:50 hrs.
Cleared to fly: 7 days
Hospital stay: 2 - 2:50 hrs.
Cleared to fly: 7 days
After surgery
Out of town patients’ follow-ups can be scheduled virtually after the procedure with the orthopedic surgeon.
Patients are clear for flying after 7 days of the ACL repair.
Note: Follow-ups can be arranged as face-to-face or virtually. If needed, you can go to your primary care physician to remove sutures or get medication adjustments.
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Locations
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Cancún, Q. Roo.
Dr. Jesús R. Arjona
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ACL repair frequent questions
Get answers to our most frequently asked questions and what to expect after the surgery.
How long will recovery be?
Recovery takes place over a span of several months, patients can return gradually to certain activities without danger of injuring the knee again. Some patients can return to biking after three or six weeks, but it could take up to six or eight months to fully return to intensive sports.
How long will I stay at the hospital after surgery?
ACL repair is a same day procedure. Most patients are able to return home about two hours after the procedure.
Will I need crutches after surgery?
Yes. Depending on the extent of the damage the doctor may tell you to walk on crutches for about two weeks after surgery. If more extensive work is done, you could use crutches for six weeks. We suggest consulting our top orthopedists to find out what your body needs to recover.
Will I need physical therapy after surgery?
Its highly suggested to start physical therapy after one week. Recovery depends on how extensive was the procedure, it often takes a couple of months. Our top orthopedists will explain what exercises are best for you, that will help you strengthen the knee.
What results can I expect?
After the recovery process, patients can often return to the level of activity they had before the injury. We suggest on keeping contact with our top orthopedists to facilitate your recovery.
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Plan your surgery with a top ACL repair specialist in Ciudad Juarez
Kurt Schaefer on December 20, 2021
Disclaimer: This information does not reflect the medical advice from our clinics. All cases are different and this treatment may not suit you. Always refer to a medical professional with the certification and experience. All of our physicians are fully qualified to perform these procedures. For more information and diagnosis contact one of our top specialized clinics.
In all medical procedures, there are chances of complications, the specialist will provide you detailed information about the risks of the procedure, talk to the specialist directly.
In all medical procedures, there are chances of complications, the specialist will provide you detailed information about the risks of the procedure, talk to the specialist directly.
