Welcome to Dr. Krishna Kumar M.S. – Robotic Joint Replacement Specialist
An ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) tear is one of the most common and significant sports injuries — causing knee instability, swelling, and an inability to return to pivoting or cutting sports without surgical treatment. Dr. Krishna Kumar M S specializes in ACL reconstruction surgery in Whitefield, Bangalore, using advanced arthroscopic techniques and carefully selected graft options to restore full knee stability and help patients — athletes and active individuals alike — return to the activities they love.
With a structured rehabilitation protocol and sport-specific return-to-play testing, Dr. Krishna Kumar M S guides every ACL patient from diagnosis through to successful return to sport.
The ACL is one of the four main ligaments of the knee, running diagonally inside the joint and providing rotational stability — preventing the tibia from sliding forward on the femur during pivoting movements. Unlike other tissues, the ACL has a very limited ability to heal itself once torn, because the torn ends retract and lose contact. ACL reconstruction surgery replaces the torn ligament with a tendon graft — taken from the patient's own body (autograft) or from a donor (allograft) — which over time integrates with the bone to function as a new ligament.
Arthroscopic Technique: ACL reconstruction is performed entirely arthroscopically through small portals around the knee, without the need for a large open incision.
Tunnel Drilling: Bone tunnels are drilled in the femur (thigh bone) and tibia (shin bone) at the precise anatomic positions where the original ACL attached. The position of the tunnels determines the functional behaviour of the reconstructed ligament.
Graft Passage & Fixation: The selected graft is passed through the tunnels and secured with fixation devices — cortical buttons on the femur and interference screws or buttons on the tibia. The graft is tensioned appropriately to restore normal knee stability.
Associated Injuries: Any concomitant meniscus tears or cartilage damage identified during arthroscopy are treated in the same surgical session. The procedure typically takes 60–90 minutes.
Dr. Krishna Kumar M S brings dedicated arthroscopic expertise and an athlete-centered approach to every ACL reconstruction:
The ACL has very limited intrinsic healing capacity once completely torn, because the torn ends retract and are bathed in joint fluid that inhibits healing. While some patients with partial tears or low-demand lifestyles can manage without surgery using bracing and physiotherapy, complete ACL tears in active individuals — particularly those wanting to return to pivoting sports — require surgical reconstruction for reliable knee stability. Non-surgical management in active patients carries a high risk of secondary cartilage and meniscus damage from recurrent giving-way episodes.
ACL reconstruction surgery typically takes 60 to 90 minutes for an isolated ACL reconstruction. If concomitant meniscus repair or cartilage treatment is required, the procedure may take up to 2 hours. Most patients go home the same day or after one night in hospital. Dr. Krishna Kumar M S will provide you with specific procedure details and expected duration during your pre-operative consultation.
Most patients return to full competitive sport between 9 and 12 months after ACL reconstruction, once the graft has matured and strength symmetry testing confirms adequate recovery. Returning to sport before the graft has adequately incorporated significantly increases the risk of re-injury. Dr. Krishna Kumar M S implements a sport-specific return-to-play programme and uses objective criteria — not just time alone — to clear patients for return to competitive activity.
ACL reconstruction has an overall success rate of 85–95% for restoring knee stability and allowing return to sport at the pre-injury level. Success depends on appropriate graft selection and placement, adherence to the rehabilitation programme, and the patient's age and sport demands. Re-tear rates are approximately 5–10% overall, with higher rates in young athletes returning to high-demand pivoting sports — which is why structured return-to-sport testing is essential before clearance.
The cost of ACL reconstruction in Bangalore depends on the type of graft used (autograft vs allograft), whether concomitant meniscus or cartilage procedures are performed, and the patient's specific requirements. We offer transparent pricing and work with all major health insurance providers. Please contact us at +91 7411295438 or book a consultation for a detailed personalized estimate.
Don't let an ACL tear end your sporting career. Consult Dr. Krishna Kumar M S in Whitefield, Bangalore for expert ACL reconstruction and a structured return-to-sport plan.
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