My MRI shows a complete ACL tear with some tibial translation, plus meniscus tears in both medial and lateral parts, along with cartilage issues and joint effusion. Is surgery the only option for this or are there other ways to manage it? I'm worried about recovery time and whether PT could help instead

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Non-surgical management may work if you have low activity demands. But with instability and multiple injuries, ACL reconstruction is usually recommended for long-term joint health and mobility.

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My left ACL tore completely three years ago and I've been managing without surgery so far. Is it okay to keep postponing the surgery or should I get it done right away? I'm worried about long-term damage if I wait too long

Delaying ACL repair may cause joint damage‚Äîget MRI and orthopedic opinion if knee gives way often.

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I'm 24 and have bow legs, but lately I've been feeling pain in my left knee and sometimes hear a cracking sound. Could this be a sign of osteoarthritis? Is there any way to treat both the bow legs and knee pain without surgery?

ortho opinion is advised at apollo hospital.vitamin d level xray of the affected joints,and b12 level is advised to the patient.

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my doctor said the fibula bone near my ankle is broken and recommended surgery but I'm unsure if it's really needed can it heal on its own without surgery or is surgery the only option

A fractured fibula near the ankle can sometimes heal without surgery, but it depends on the type and severity of the fracture. Surgery might be necessary for displaced or unstable fractures, or if other parts of the leg are also injured.

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