Ligament & Tendon Repair: Understanding the Basics
Sports injuries, falls, and wear over time can tear ligaments and tendons in the knee, ankle, shoulder, and other joints.
Lewis Medix does not provide medical care or perform procedures. We connect you with carefully vetted, accredited medical providers who offer ligament or tendon repair. Lewis Medix will support you with the coordination surrounding your care, including consultations, travel, accommodations, 24/7 onsite support, and recovery planning.
Our role is to help make your journey feel clear, organized, and supported from your first questions through your return home.
What Is Ligament & Tendon Repair?
Ligament and tendon repair surgery restores or reconstructs damaged soft tissue that stabilizes and moves the joints.
Common procedures include anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction of the knee, Achilles tendon repair at the ankle, and rotator cuff repair of the shoulder. Many are performed arthroscopically through small incisions.
Who This May Be Right For
Surgery may be considered for complete tears, injuries that cause ongoing instability, or tears that have not improved with physiotherapy and other treatment.
Your orthopaedic surgeon will review your symptoms, examination, and imaging and explain whether surgery is appropriate.
Understanding the Procedure
The procedure is performed by a qualified orthopaedic surgeon in an accredited hospital. Depending on the injury, the tendon may be reattached or the ligament reconstructed with a graft. Your surgeon will explain the technique they recommend.
Recovery Overview
Recovery depends on the injury and repair. A brace, boot, or sling is often used at first, followed by a structured rehabilitation programme over several months.
Recovery and rehabilitation are planned by your surgeon and physiotherapy team. Your Lewis Medix coordinator will arrange your recovery accommodation, private transport, 24/7 onsite support, and your travel home around their instructions.
Why People Work With Lewis Medix
When you are considering orthopaedic surgery, choosing the right provider and understanding their approach are important parts of the decision.
Lewis Medix connects you with carefully vetted, accredited medical providers experienced in orthopaedic surgery. We personally visit and review the medical partners in our network and help coordinate consultations so you can ask questions, understand the proposed treatment plan, and feel comfortable with the provider you choose.
Your medical team remains fully responsible for your medical treatment. Lewis Medix coordinates everything surrounding that care, including appointments, private transportation, comfortable recovery accommodations, travel logistics, 24/7 onsite support, and personalized concierge support throughout your stay.
Our role is to help you feel informed, prepared, and supported while your medical team focuses on your care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which injuries can be treated?
Common examples include ACL tears of the knee, Achilles tendon ruptures, and rotator cuff tears of the shoulder. Your surgeon will assess your specific injury.
Is the surgery keyhole?
Many ligament and tendon repairs are performed arthroscopically through small incisions, but some require an open approach.
How long is rehabilitation?
Rehabilitation often takes several months. Your surgeon and physiotherapist will set a programme for your injury.
Take the First Step
If you are considering ligament or tendon repair, Lewis Medix can help you explore your options and connect you with carefully vetted, accredited medical providers who offer it. Our concierge team coordinates the details surrounding your care, from consultations and travel planning to accommodations, 24/7 onsite support, and recovery support, helping you feel informed, prepared, and supported throughout your healthcare journey.
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