How Long Does a Torn Ligament Take to Heal? Treatment, Recovery Time and When Surgery Is Needed
How long does a Torn Ligament take to heal? Image by Health Facts by Dr Pasindu If you have been told that you have a torn ligament , one of the first questions you will probably ask is: “How long will this take to heal?” The short answer is that a torn ligament may take anywhere from a few weeks to several months to recover. The exact recovery time depends on several factors: Which ligament is injured Whether the ligament is stretched, partially torn or completely torn Whether the joint remains stable Your age and general health Whether there are associated fractures, cartilage or tendon injuries How well rehabilitation is followed Whether surgery is required A mild ligament sprain may improve within a few weeks. A significant partial tear may require several weeks of rehabilitation, while a complete tear of an important stabilising ligament such as the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) may require months of rehabilitation and, in some patients, surgery. The important ...