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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I broke both my legs with tibia fractures and it's been 3 months since surgery. I've started walking slowly but was wondering if having beer or alcohol once or twice a week could slow down bone healing where the fractures happened

Alcohol cessation is advised to the patient.

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I had ACL reconstruction surgery using a hamstring graft from my own leg. Does the part where they took the graft grow back or heal completely? Will my hamstring ever be the same as before the surgery?

The donor site in hamstring graft heals but might not fully regain original strength; with rehab, function usually recovers well but may feel slightly different.

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My mom is 70 and has had joint pain for over 10 years. The doctor recommended knee replacement but we're worried about her age. Are there any medicines that can help relieve her pain without surgery?

Yes, there are medications and other options to help relieve knee pain in the elderly without surgery. These can include pain relievers, anti-inflammatory drugs, and injections, as well as physical therapy and other lifestyle changes.

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