The “Weninger ACL”
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Weninger has elevated ACL reconstruction to the next level with “Advanced ACL Repair”: ultra-gentle surgery, no drains, no tourniquet, short operating time, and an individualized approach. In addition, the latest techniques with stem cells, ligament augmentation, or highly effective scaffolds are used. Whether refixation or ACL replacement, patients of knee specialist Dr. Weninger benefit from high-tech ACL reconstruction.
Dr. Weninger and his experienced team have perfected ACL reconstruction, earning the trust of many elite athletes and recreational sportspeople who rely on “Advanced ACL Repair” and the “Weninger ACL.” A safe and reliable comeback is Dr. Weninger’s top priority.
Stem cells for ACL tears
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Weninger uses stem cells to treat ACL injuries. These are introduced into the knee either through a minor surgical procedure or even without surgery, enabling the torn ligament to heal. For his patients, Dr. Weninger exclusively uses a special collagen scaffold and a specific growth factor. This ensures that stem cells differentiate into fibroblasts and form collagen fibers, allowing the injured ligament to heal.
Dr. Weninger was the first orthopedic surgeon worldwide to publish and apply this method (#bioaclrepair). About 300 patients per year are treated with this particularly gentle technique, allowing surgery to be avoided and the ACL to be preserved. Whether a patient is suitable depends on tear pattern and blood supply. With a specialized AI program (#aicl), Dr. Weninger can precisely plan stem-cell therapy for ACL tears.
Treating meniscus tears with stem cells and fibrin glue
For meniscus tears, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Weninger uses a particularly gentle method. The meniscus is not simply removed surgically; instead, it can be reliably bonded using a special tissue glue and preserved so that no meniscus tissue is lost. In addition, Dr. Weninger treats the tear with stem cells.
His patients also receive a special scaffold that ensures stem cells differentiate reliably into fibroblasts, allowing the meniscus to heal. The method was published by Dr. Weninger and is one of his signature treatments, developed exclusively for his patients.
Nanoscopic surgery with stem cells
As a knee specialist, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Weninger uses an exceptionally gentle technique: nanoscopy. This involves a nano-camera no thicker than a needle. Procedures are combined with stem cells and used for:
- Meniscus tears
- ACL tears
- Cartilage damage and osteoarthritis
The procedure is performed under local anesthesia and is particularly gentle and effective.
Gold implantation for osteoarthritis
For advanced grade IV osteoarthritis and severe pain, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Weninger performs gold implantation. Under local anesthesia, tiny gold cylinders are placed at the joint capsule. This leads to immediate down-regulation of the inflammatory response triggered by osteoarthritis.
Patients usually experience instant pain relief, and a prosthesis via major surgery can often be avoided. The procedure is very gentle and possible under local anesthesia.
Denervation for grade IV osteoarthritis
As a knee specialist, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Weninger is an expert in pain elimination for grade IV osteoarthritis. Using needle-like electrodes, he deactivates the pain fibers, making patients immediately pain-free. The procedure is very gentle and performed under local anesthesia.
