In general, the indications for patellar ligament rupture reconstruction include a patellar fracture with significant displacement, comminuted fracture, or rupture of the patellar ligament or quadriceps tendon.
Patellar ligament rupture can cause serious damage to the knee joint and has a long recovery time. If there is significant displacement of the patellar fracture, comminuted fracture, or if there is a rupture of the patellar ligament or quadriceps tendon, then timely patellar ligament rupture reconstruction surgery is needed.
Before the formal surgery, it is necessary to carry out an examination to have an understanding of the displacement of the fracture, so as to facilitate better surgery. After the completion of the surgery, most patients also need to be immobilized in a cast, which takes about 4 to 6 weeks, so as to keep the knee joint in a straightened position and to avoid the phenomenon of flexion.
During the treatment, it is important to follow the doctor’s instructions strictly. After removing the cast, actively perform rehabilitation functional exercises under the guidance of the doctor, so as to promote the recovery of the knee joint.