Is ACL Intrasynovial or Extrasynovial?

Like the posterior cruciate ligament, the ACL is intracapsular but extrasynovial having its own synovial membrane 5.

What are the two types of ACL grafts?

The 2 main groups used for grafts in ACL reconstruction are allografts and autografts. The theoretical advantages of an allograft are elimination of donor site morbidity, decreased pain, shorter operating and rehabilitation times, and better cosmesis. Three autograft options are commonly used.

How long does a ruptured ACL take to heal?

An ACL tear is a very common knee injury. It can happen to athletes who play sports like football, basketball, soccer and volleyball, and to those who work physical jobs. There are surgical and nonsurgical treatments. Most people recover from an ACL tear within six to nine months.

How is ACL Extrasynovial?

The area without fluid is a triangular space between the anterior and posterior cruciate ligaments that appears on the midsagittal image. This triangular space of the cruciate ligaments is an extrasynovial space within which both the anterior cruciate ligament and the posterior cruciate ligament reside.

What does Extrasynovial mean?

Adjective. extrasynovial (not comparable) Outside of a synovium.

Why is the ACL so important?

Why is it important? The purpose of the ACL is to keep the lower leg from sliding in a forward direction (the PCL keeps it from sliding backwards). Most importantly, the ACL aids in the stability of the knee joint, preventing it from shifting during quick side-to-side motion such as shuffling, sidestepping, or cutting.

What does ACL attach to?

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the ligaments in the knee joint. A ligament is a tough, flexible band of tissue that holds bones and cartilage together. The ACL connects the bottom of the thighbone (femur) to the top of the shinbone (tibia). The ACL helps keep the knee stable.

What are 3 types of ACL repair?

Three types of grafts can be used with ACL surgery:

  • Autograft. Your doctor uses a tendon from somewhere else in your body (like your other knee, hamstring, or thigh).
  • Allograft. This type of graft uses tissue from someone else (a deceased donor).
  • Synthetic graft. This is when artificial materials replace the tendon.

What are the 4 graft Options for ACL repair?

Donor site problems have led to search of allografts. The commonly used allografts for ACL reconstruction are BPTB grafts, HS grafts, tibial is posterior/anterior and tendo achilles grafts.

What happens if you don’t repair a torn ACL?

Long-term knee instability If you wait too long to treat a torn ACL, you’re at risk of developing chronic knee pain and knee instability. Waiting to get treatment may mean that surgery is your only option. Or you may need to cope with ongoing instability by modifying your activities and giving up intensive sports.