Lower Extremity & Knee Injuries/Conditions

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Knee Problem

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Topic: Knee Problem

Posted By: Ask a PT
Subject: Knee Problem
Date Posted: Jan 25 2010 at 12:05pm

Our user asked: "If someone has damage to a knee ligament (ACL), at what pointcan PT be an effective treatment? In other words, how much damage is too much for therapy to be an effective treatment? Thanks!"

Ask a PT Response: "ACL sprains are classified as type I-III. Type III is a complete tear. Physical therapists can assist with all three of the injuries to help gain ROM, strength, fucntion, pain management, etc.. Most people can live with a Type III sprain/tear and function normally but it will depend on the patient's lifestyle. If the patient has a very active lifestyle which requires increase stability at the knee with performing various activities, than ACL reconstruction may be recommended. I hope this helps."