How do I know if my ACL graft has loosened or stretched?


Question:
I am 6 weeks post op of an ACL reconstruction and I am wondering if my graft has loosened or if I'd have felt it loossen.

Answers:
Have you done something to lead yourself to think you have stretched the graft like do something you werent supposed to? The only way to truly tell if you have stretched the graft is to have a test done (KT-1000) on it that tells how much anterior translation there is compared to the opposite side. Around 3 mm difference is normal...any more and the graft is stretched some. Some orthopedics and physical therapists with much experience can tell you if you have stretched the graft using their hands to test you.
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