• male
• 30 Years
• 14/08/2025

My MRI shows a full thickness ACL tear around 9mm do I really need surgery for this and what type of specialist should I see for it

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I'm 4 months out from ACL surgery and wondering if smoking or drinking alcohol could mess with my recovery does it slow down healing or weaken the graft?

Alcohol and smoking delay healing and graft integration—avoid for at least 6 months post-ACL surgery for optimal recovery.

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I've had a painful bone spur in my elbow for 7 years and might need surgery how much would it cost to remove it? The pain is really bothering me and I'm curious about the expenses.

Unless it causing problems- don’t have it removed. Share the x rays. It will cost around Indian rupees 50000 rupees . If use anchors it will be around 80000 rupees. Cost varies depending on the hospitals

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I injured my leg during a trek back in January and the pain kept coming and going. By September, it was still bothering me so I saw a doctor who recommended an MRI. The 1.5T MRI showed a partial ligament and meniscus tear. Is there any way to avoid surgery for this?

Yes, it's possible to avoid surgery for a partial ligament and meniscus tear. Non-surgical treatments are often the first approach for these types of injuries, and they can be very effective.

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