Posterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction In Houston, TX
Did your knee get injured in a direct impact incident? Automobile accidents and sports can put your knee in a bent position, which can cause a tear in the PCL upon impact. Our highly-qualified team at Barrett S. Brown, M.D., performs effective treatments to restore the health of your knee. If you have noticed knee pain, swelling, instability that causes limping, and other signs, Dr. Brown will be more than glad to examine it. You can consult us for efficient Posterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction in Houston, TX!
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A Little Bit About PCL Reconstruction Surgery
When you have a torn posterior cruciate ligament, the orthopedic surgeon might recommend PCL reconstruction. The surgical procedure involves correcting the tear in the knee with the help of a tissue graft that is taken from another part of your body or, in some cases, a donor. Our orthopedic team will answer your queries regarding posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction when you visit us at our Houston office!
Our Procedure at Posterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
We usually recommend PCL reconstruction if you have a dislocated knee and multiple ligament injuries. Once your PCL reconstruction is confirmed with us in Houston, we will explain the procedure and how you can prepare for it.
Our orthopedic surgeon will inspect your knee and remove the remains of the injured PCL with an arthroscopic shaver. We aim to keep the Wrisberg safe, especially if it is intact. Then, we will harvest the donor tendon from another part of your body if you proceed with autograft.
We will surgically remove the soft tissue surrounding the femur to help with inserting the graft.
Our expert surgeon uses a combination of bony tunnels, sutures, and screws to secure the new PCL graft in its position. Once the incisions are closed with sutures, we will also cover them with some sterile dressings.
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Postoperative Care After Your PCL Reconstruction
You will need to follow your surgeon’s instructions so that you have a fast and healthy recovery after your surgical treatment. The orthopedist might advise you to keep the knee in full extension using a knee brace for around 2-4 weeks. It is also important to avoid bearing weight on the knee and place supports, such as pillows, under the tibia for the first couple of months after surgery. This way, you can prevent the subluxation of the tibia.
You may be able to initiate weight-bearing and rehabilitation after 8 weeks. It might help to use crutches until you regain your strength. We will strive to help you achieve a healthy and strong knee after your posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with our team in Houston!
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Barrett S. Brown, MD, is your go-to provider for orthopedic treatments. We incorporate state-of-the-art technology and techniques in our procedures to perform efficient procedures. Our orthopedic surgeon adapts safe practices when you trust us with your treatments.
You can rely on our caring team for your posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction in Houston, TX! Dial (346) 247-2531 to contact us!


