30 January 2019
An ACL injury is a tear or sprain of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament – one of the major ligaments in your knee. ACL injuries most commonly occur during sports that involve sudden stops or changes in direction, jumping and landing. Many people hear or feel a “pop” in the knee when an ACL injury occurs. The knee may swell, feel unstable and become too painful to bear weight.
It is important to seek immediate medical attention if any injury to the knee causes signs or symptoms of an ACL injury, in order to get a prompt and accurate diagnosis to determine the severity of the injury, and get proper treatment.
If an ACL injury is incorrectly diagnosed and not treated in a timely manner, there is further risk of instability, resulting in further damage to the ACL. There is also a greater risk of developing osteoarthritis, and possible damage to the meniscus.
Williamsons Solicitors are assisting a young man in relation to an ACL injury, where his injury did not become diagnosed until 20 months following his initial accident, resulting in further pain and suffering, a complex tear of his meniscus and the high risk of developing osteoarthritis in the future.
At Williamsons Solicitors, we have the skills, knowledge and staff to deal with such injuries, and our Clinical Negligence team are happy to discuss, in confidence, a possible clinical negligence matter. If you would like to speak to one of our team, please contact Williamsons on 01482 323697.
