Positive impact of patient participation in arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery on clinical and functional outcomes, rehabilitation and patient satisfaction.

Background: This study aimed to evaluate the effect of patient participation on clinical and functional outcomes, satisfaction, and compliance with postoperative rehabilitation in patients undergoing surgery for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury.

Methods: Sixty-one patients who underwent isolated ACL reconstruction (ACLR) were included. Thirty patients in the participation group were shown the arthroscopy screen and allowed to communicate with the surgeon during surgery.