International Journal of Family Medicine & Healthcare
Open AccessGraft Fixation in ACL Injuries: A Review
Authors: Saccomanni Bernardino.
Abstract
Purpose or background or introduction: Reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament is a frequently performed procedure that has had outstanding results.
Methods: Outcomes are dependent upon an early postoperative physical therapy program that stresses early motion. Early rehabilitation demands rigid intraoperative mechanical fixation of the graft since therapy begins before biologic incorporation of the graft in the bone tunnels.
Results and Conclusions: Regardless of the graft substitute chosen, many methods of fixation are available. The best fixation technique depends on several factors, including graft choice and surgeon comfort. We review current methods available for graft fixation in anterior cruciate ligament surgery.
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