LOSS OF MOTION FOLLOWING KNEE LIGAMENT RECONSTRUCTION

Loss of motion following knee ligament surgery is a common and potenti ally serious complication. Loss of extension is most common following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, and loss of flexion is most common after posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. The aetiolog y of loss of motion is multifactorial acid includes impingement and ca psulitis. The risk for loss of motion can be minimised by appropriate preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative intervention. Managemen t of loss of motion depends on the cause and length of time following surgery.