What are the risks of ACL surgery?

Intermountain Healthcare

Risks related to anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction include:

Blood clot in the leg
Ligament does not heal
Surgery does not relieve symptoms
Injury to a blood vessel
Pain or weakness in the knee
Stiffness in the knee

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Muscle & Connective Tissue Injuries

Muscle and connective tissue injuries include sprains and strains, which are the most common injuries for people engaged in physical sports. A sprain is an injury of a ligament, which connects our bones to each other. A strain is an injury that can occur to a muscle or a tendon, which connects our bones to our muscles. If you have a muscle or connective tissue injury, you will likely experience pain, swelling, and limited movement of that body part. Sometimes these injuries are evident as soon as they occur, while others take time to develop. Usually rest helps to heal the area, and ice can reduce swelling. If these remedies dont help you, physical therapy or surgery may be necessary for a full recovery.

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