• male
• 30 Years
• 14/08/2025

How soon after PCL reconstruction surgery should I get a nurse for help at home and what kind of care will I need

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I had arthroscopic partial lateral meniscectomy on my left knee 10 days ago and really want to speed up my recovery what can I do to heal faster? Are there specific exercises or tips I should follow to get back on track?

MCL repair and reconstruction of the ligament to bone is advised to the patient.

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I had surgery for a calcaneum fracture in my left leg one and a half months ago with 4 K-wires inserted and have been on a fiber plaster since then. I can move around with a walker but now the K-wires need to be removed. Will I have to get admitted to the hospital again for another surgery to take them out?

With the review of the X ray ,orthopaedic surgeon will decide whether fracture is United or not? If the fracture is United then k wire can be remove on the opd basis . After the removal of plaster there may be stiffness in ankle joint which require ankle rom exercises

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My shoulder keeps dislocating over and over and I'm not sure what to do about it. Should I consider surgery or are there other treatments that might help stop this from happening? It's getting really frustrating and painful.

If your shoulder keeps dislocating, you should consult with a doctor or orthopedic surgeon to discuss treatment options, which may include surgery. Non-surgical treatments, such as physical therapy and immobilization, are often tried first, but surgery may be necessary for recurrent dislocations or if the soft tissues stabilizing the shoulder are severely damaged

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