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Sporting injuries- ACL, ligaments and meniscus

Below is links to useful patient information developed by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

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Anterior Cruciate ligament

ACL

Anatomy and injury explanation

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Do I need surgery and what does the surgery involve?

Dr Dan offers surgical and non surgical management for injuries to the ACL. He is able to tailor an approach best suited to your injury and rehabilitation goals.

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Dr Dan has a particular interest in revision ACL reconstruction, and utilises novel techniques to improve chances of success and return to sport.

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Posterior Cruciate Ligament

PCL

Patient information - Anatomy and treatment 

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The majority of PCL injuries can be treated non operatively.

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Dr Dan performs a double bundle reconstruction in those requiring reconstruction due to improve laxity and return to sport compared to single bundle reconstructions

 

Click hear to watch a video on the importance of double bundle reconstruction by Dr Robert LaPrade, who taught Dr Dan the procedure.

Meniscal injuries

Medial and Lateral meniscus tears, meniscectomy, meniscal repair and meniscal transplant

Patient information overview video

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The meniscus is important for load absorption and stability of the knee.

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Removal of the meniscus leads to accelerated arthritis and a higher rate of retirement from sport.

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Dr Dan utilises multiple different repair techniques including all inside, inside- out, outside- in vertical mattress, horizontal mattress, trans-tibial techniques and a combination of these.

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If you have had your meniscus removed, you may benefit from a meniscal transplant.

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