Should I Wear a Knee Brace After ACL Surgery? - Dr Stuart MacKenzie
By A Mystery Man Writer
Description
After anterior cruciate ligament or ACL surgery, your reconstructed ligament will take some time to heal. During this healing process some doctors may encourage the use of a knee brace to help protect and support the knee. Recently, however, the use of knee braces following ACL surgery have come under increased scrutiny with their effectiveness questioned. So, the question remains – should you brace or not brace following your ACL surgery? To tackle this question, let’s look at what a knee brace does, and the pros and cons associated with your recovery.
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