Orthopaedic surgery
Arthroscopic ACL Repair
Keyhole reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament using a graft from your own hamstring or patellar tendon.
Duration
90 minutes
Stay
Day case
What to expect
The procedure, step by step.
01
Spinal or general anaesthetic
02
Three to four small incisions
03
Graft fixation with anchors
04
Discharge same day
Recovery
Crutches for 1 week, structured rehab over 6–9 months. Return to sport at 9–12 months.