High levels of persistent pain among adolescents recovering from anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a single-center cohort study

Key Points

• The aim is to explore the prevalence of chronic pain in adolescents following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.
• Conducted a single-center cohort study
• Evaluated pain levels post-anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction
• Monitored functional recovery and pain management strategies
• Identified high levels of persistent pain among adolescents post-surgery
• Noted a correlation between pain levels and recovery time
• Highlighted the need for improved pain management practices