I'm worried about my dad. He had angioplasty last month, and he's been taking Preva As 150 mg every day. Now he's got a fever. Do you think it's okay to give him paracetamol?

Dr Ranjith Darla

General Practitioner

• MBBS
• 3+ Yrs

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ACL Tear Treatment and Rehabilitation

Treatment Options

1. Conservative management: Physical therapy, bracing, and pain management for patients with partial tears or those who are not surgical candidates.
2. Surgical reconstruction: ACL reconstruction surgery, followed by rehabilitation, for patients with complete tears or those who have failed conservative management.

Rehabilitation Phases and Timeline

1. Acute phase (0-2 weeks): Pain management, swelling reduction, and knee range of motion exercises.
2. Strengthening phase (2-6 weeks): Progressive strengthening exercises for the quadriceps, hamstrings, and core muscles.
3. Functional phase (6-12 weeks): Agility drills, balance exercises, and sport-specific training.
4. Return to sport phase (3-6 months): Gradual return to sports activities, with ongoing strengthening and conditioning exercises.

Therapy Sessions Required

1. Average 2-3 sessions per week: For 3-6 months, depending on the individual's progress and goals.
2. Total sessions: 30-60: Spread over 3-6 months, with regular assessments and progression of exercises.

Answered 04/07/2025