Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injuries are among the most common knee injuries, especially in athletes and active individuals. Whether caused by a football tackle, a cricket fall, or a sudden twist during exercise, an ACL tear can lead to knee instability, pain, and limited mobility. At Dubai Sports Surgery, Dr. Mohammad Ashfaq Konchwalla, a British-trained orthopedic and sports surgeon in Dubai, provides advanced ACL surgery and reconstruction techniques to help patients regain stability and safely return to sports and daily activities.
2000 ACL plus multiligament surgery in Dubai — with expert care and personalized rehabilitation to maximize outcome. Return back to sports in approximately 4-6 months after appropriate reconstruction and guided rehabilitation, depending on the complexity of the injury and the repair performed.
The ACL is a vital ligament in the knee that stabilizes joint movement. Damage to the ACL can result from:
Symptoms of an ACL Tear include:
If left untreated, an ACL tear can lead to further knee damage, meniscus tears, and early-onset arthritis.
Not all ACL injuries require surgery. Minor sprains may heal with rest and physiotherapy. However, ACL surgery in Dubai is recommended if:
With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Mohammad Ashfaq Konchwalla is a leading ACL surgeon in Dubai, specializing in minimally invasive arthroscopic ACL reconstruction.
Surgical Techniques Used:
Duration: 1–2 hours (outpatient in most cases)
Hospital Stay: Same-day discharge or 24 hours
Recovery is a step-by-step process and depends on patient compliance.
Under Dr. Konchwalla’s guidance, most patients achieve full recovery and return to sports within 6–9 months.
For more information from authoritative sources, please visit these external sites: Dubai Health Authority (DHA), American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons – ACL Injuries, and British Orthopaedic Association. These resources provide additional guidance on ACL health, prevention, and treatment options.