EARLY POST-OPERATIVE ELECTROSTIMULATION OF ANTERIOR CRUCIATE LIGAMENT (ACL)

Authors

  • André Luiz Velano de Souza AlfaUnipac
  • Maria Eduarda Moura de Faria Faculdade de Ensino Superior de Linhares

Abstract

Abstract

The knee joint is a complex structure, responsible for bearing the weight of the human body, sustaining and cushioning impacts caused by movements. Because it is located between the hip and the ankle, it becomes unstable, with frequent partial or total ligament injuries. The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is the most injured in knee sprains, and in most cases requires surgical indication. After surgery, it is recommended that the patient undergo a physiotherapeutic rehabilitation treatment, where he will gradually recover his functions and return to his basic activities of daily living safely. Electrostimulation is a resource used by physiotherapists in early rehabilitation after ACL surgery, with the aim of reducing muscle atrophy and pain and increasing muscle strength. The objective of the present study is to analyze the benefits of using early electrostimulation in patients with ACL injuries. Studies show that early electrostimulation favors muscle strengthening, preventing muscle atrophy and reducing pain.

 

Keywords: Electro-stimulation; Aclinjury; Precocious; Anterior cruciate ligament.

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Published

2023-08-16

How to Cite

Velano de Souza, A. L., & Maria Eduarda Moura de Faria. (2023). EARLY POST-OPERATIVE ELECTROSTIMULATION OF ANTERIOR CRUCIATE LIGAMENT (ACL). Revista Saúde Dos Vales, 3(1). Retrieved from https://revista.unipacto.com.br/index.php/rsv/article/view/1412

Issue

Vol. 3 No. 1 (2023): Revista Saúde dos Vales

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