I had an ACL tear and heard about PRP treatment but I'm not sure if it's a permanent fix or if I'll eventually need arthroscopy surgery what would you recommend for long-term recovery

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PRP therapy can be a valuable tool for ACL tear recovery, especially in the initial stages and for smaller tears, but it's not a permanent solution and may not be effective for all patients. ACL reconstruction surgery is often necessary for restoring full knee stability and function, especially if you have a complete tear or experience persistent instability.

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I had surgery for a hand bone fracture between my elbow and wrist last month and now have two plates in my left hand. I've been resting for a month and started physiotherapy slowly. When can I safely return to playing cricket and are there any long-term risks I should be aware of?

After 3-4 weeks bed rest.

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I've got my scan report showing a ligament tear - do I really need surgery for this? Since I'm covered under New India Assurance Medi Assist, can you suggest the best doctor in Chennai who specializes in ligament tear surgeries with quick recovery times? I'm really worried about the healing process and want to make sure I get the right treatment

Surgery may be needed for ligament tear; consult an orthopedic surgeon in Chennai under Medi Assist for fast recovery.

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Hey, I noticed this hard lump on my right rib cage. It doesn't hurt when I touch it, and it stays in place, feeling just like bone. But sometimes it hurts a little on its own, and I've got this pain around my right shoulder blade too. Any idea what this could be?

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