Meniscectomy Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Treatment in India

Rohan Khan, a 28-year-old software engineer...

Rohan Khan, a 28-year-old software engineer and passionate weekend soccer player, had his life upended during a company tournament. While pivoting sharply, he felt a sickening pop in his left knee, followed by immediate, intense pain and swelling. An MRI confirmed the worst: a complete tear of his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and a complex, bucket-handle tear of his medial meniscus. His orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Sharma, explained that the meniscus tear was 'locked,' preventing him from straightening his leg, and required urgent surgery. The recommendation was a combined arthroscopic meniscectomy (to trim the torn, displaced meniscus) and an ACL reconstruction using a hamstring tendon graft. Terrified of losing his primary physical and social outlet, Rohan felt his identity was at stake. The surgery went smoothly. The initial two weeks of recovery were grueling, filled with pain, frustration, and dependence on crutches. However, guided by a strict physiotherapy regimen, he slowly regained strength and range of motion. Six months post-op, Rohan is back to light jogging and gym workouts. While he's accepted he may never play competitive soccer again, he's profoundly grateful to be pain-free and mobile. His emotional journey swung from fear and despair to patience and, ultimately, a redefined sense of resilience and a more balanced approach to fitness.