Knees are hinge joints that enable leg movement. Knee ligaments play a vital role in functioning of knee joints. Ligaments are soft in nature and connect one bone to another. Without the presence of ligaments in knee joint, leg movement would have not been possible. Knee Ligament (ACL Surgery) helps in correcting damage to these vital ligaments.
Knee joint is binded together by four types of ligaments - medical collateral (MCL), lateral collateral (LCL), anterior cruciate (ACL) and posterior cruciate (PCL) ligaments. ACL ligament connects femur (thigh bone) to tibia (lower leg bone) and controls back and forth movement of leg. It is located diagonally in the middle of the knee. Injury to ACL ligament affects leg movement and causes pain.
Injury to ACL can happen in case of
Symptoms that reveal ACL injury
If the above mentioned symptoms are ignored, pain and swelling may reduce on its own. But, if the person starts playing sports like badminton or tennis, etc., it can further damage the ligament and cause more pain. Hence, whenever you feel discomfort in your knee joints, it is better to consult an orthopaedic without any delay.