Macquarie University Hospital
&
Lingard Hospital
Sporting injuries- ACL, ligaments and meniscus
Below is links to useful patient information developed by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Anterior Cruciate ligament
ACL
Dr Dan offers surgical and non surgical management for injuries to the ACL. He is able to tailor an approach best suited to your injury and rehabilitation goals.
Dr Dan has a particular interest in revision ACL reconstruction, and utilises novel techniques to improve chances of success and return to sport.
Collateral ligament
MCL / Medial / LCL/ lateral
Dr Dan has learnt advanced surgical reconstructions to account for the complex multi layered anatomy
Posterior Cruciate Ligament
PCL
Patient information - Anatomy and treatment
The majority of PCL injuries can be treated non operatively.
Dr Dan performs a double bundle reconstruction in those requiring reconstruction due to improve laxity and return to sport compared to single bundle reconstructions
Meniscal injuries
Medial and Lateral meniscus tears, meniscectomy, meniscal repair and meniscal transplant
Patient information overview video
The meniscus is important for load absorption and stability of the knee.
Removal of the meniscus leads to accelerated arthritis and a higher rate of retirement from sport.
Dr Dan utilises multiple different repair techniques including all inside, inside- out, outside- in vertical mattress, horizontal mattress, trans-tibial techniques and a combination of these.
If you have had your meniscus removed, you may benefit from a meniscal transplant.
