Non Operative ACL Management Flashcards
1
Q
Is anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction the gold standard?
A
No (does not show signs of reducing OA)
2
Q
What does ACL surgery do?
A
Promote knee stability
Prevent meniscal damage
Protect articular cartilage
Avoid degenerative changes
3
Q
What do ACLR, rotator cuff tears, lumbar degenerative joint disease, carpal tunnel syndrome, degenerative meniscus, and ankle instability surgeries have in common?
A
The patient should elect if they want the surgeries or not
4
Q
What are copers?
A
Must resume activity > 1 year
No episodes of giving way
Does not require surgery
5
Q
What are non copers?
A
Giving way
Unable to resume activity
Requires surgery
