From Hesitant to Healed: Mr. Dat’s Journey to Recover from Multiple Cruciate Ligament Ruptures

A young man from Dong Nai named Mr. Dat suffered multiple cruciate ligament ruptures over several months, resulting in loose knee joints and difficulty walking. Initially, he tore his cruciate ligament while playing soccer and was advised by a local doctor to undergo surgery. However, he was hesitant and declined the procedure.

Recently, Mr. Dat visited Dr. Nguyen Van Luu at the Center for Orthopedics at Tam Anh General Hospital in Ho Chi Minh City, who diagnosed him with two torn knee ligaments but found that other structures like cartilage were not damaged. Dr. Luu recommended reconstructive surgery using the “all in side” technique, which involves using autologous tendons to repair the ligaments.

The “all in side” technique is an endoscopic, minimally invasive method that reduces infection risks and postoperative pain while promoting faster recovery and earlier regain of mobility. After the surgery, patients need rehabilitation to ensure success and prevent re-rupture of the ligaments. Patients are required to follow a structured exercise program under the guidance of a physical therapist for at least six months before resuming moderate exercise and engaging in light sports after nine months.

Just two days after the surgery, Mr. Dat was able to bend and stretch his knee comfortably and walk with ease. Dr. Luu predicts that the patient will be able to resume moderate exercise after six months and engage in light sports after nine months with proper rehabilitation.

Dr. Luu emphasizes the importance of seeking prompt medical attention when dealing with ligament ruptures since delays can lead to additional complications such as damage to surrounding tissues and potential long-term consequences like osteoarthritis.

Early intervention can help preserve the integrity of the ligaments and improve overall treatment outcomes.

In conclusion, Mr. Dat’s successful recovery from multiple cruciate ligament ruptures highlights how effective reconstructive surgery using modern techniques can be when combined with proper rehabilitation programs under expert guidance from healthcare professionals like Dr. Nguyen Van Luu at Tam Anh General Hospital in Ho Chi Minh City.