i have mucoid degeneration and mild swelling with almost no pain but i've been playing football and basketball the last two weeks could continuing sports cause a complete acl tear and how long is recovery after surgery for this condition

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I recommend starting with physiotherapy and painkillers to manage your condition. If there's no significant improvement after a reasonable period, we can then consider surgical options.

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i have mucoid degeneration and mild swelling with almost no pain but i've been playing football and basketball the last two weeks could continuing sports cause a complete acl tear and how long is recovery after surgery for this condition

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