MedicalView Surgery Series Arthroscopic Knee Surgery
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About the Surgery
Introduction
Patient Case History
Pre-Op Preparation
The Procedure
Post-Op & Recovery
Rehabilitation

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About the ACL &
Arthroscopy

Total ACL Tear

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Pre-Op Preparation

For this type of procedure, there is very little preparation required by the patient. It is considered a standard arthroscopic procedure and is handled as outpatient surgery. A patient who is preparing to undergo this
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procedure is sometimes asked to perform therapy a few days prior to the surgery to strengthen the knee muscles. It has been found that this makes for an easier recovery.


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