ACL reconstruction - symptoms

Symptom

Another Names

Cruciate ligament injury - anterior; ACL injury; knee ligament injury 

Symptoms:

Early symptoms:

·         A "popping" sound at the time of injury

·    knee swelling within 6 hours of injury

·         Pain, especially when you try to put weight on the injured leg

Those who have only a mild injury may notice that the knee feels unstable or seems to "give way" when using it.

Treatment

First Aid:

An ACL injury should be treated with:

·         Elevating the joint (above the level of the heart)

·         Ice

·         Pain relievers such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (like ibuprofen)