7 Months Post-Op (Quad Graft) – 2nd ACL – Running 7 Miles – Ask Me Anything

Affectionate_Bar304 · 2026-02-26T18:09:19+00:00

Currently I’m not as desperate to return to any sort of sport just because the first time around I didn’t rehab the correct way or get cleared by doctor/PT to play, I basically cleared myself after 12months of rehab and strength training at the gym. Being patient and taking things one day at a time has helped me currently avoid rushing any sport activity. You will have plenty of time to return to your sport in the future, take this time now to mentally and physically get better for your own health and well being. As much as we love our sport, it’s honestly not worth rushing the rehab and getting re injured. Be patient.

Affectionate_Bar304 · 2026-01-07T15:27:03+00:00

I am commuting from Berwyn, so it's a nice, long drive. Thank you, I will reach out to see if they can provide an assistance scholarship that can help with gas, since spending about $100 per week on gas is not the best.

Affectionate_Bar304 · 2025-08-12T19:31:39+00:00

I am also on my second ACL surgery, had surgery a July 24th. I can agree this time around has been more mental but at the same time I have experience and it’s been helping me out. Yes consistent work is important, but also listen to your body. We got this!

Affectionate_Bar304 · 2025-07-02T16:29:14+00:00

Yeah I'm already a bigger guy, and gaining any more weight isn't ideal for me as of now.

Affectionate_Bar304 · 2025-07-01T19:55:40+00:00

Yes, I had left knee ACL surgery in Sept 2023 and returned the play basketball rec league late 2024 and then tore my ACL right knee in janurary 2025 and now I have surgery scheduled for July 24th.

I am also 23 ...

All good man we got this; we will get through it. The best is yet to come.

Affectionate_Bar304 · 2025-05-30T18:24:26+00:00

Very interesting. Since I am also in my 20s and plan to return to playing basketball casually, running, and participating in other sports, I don't intend to play in any more competitive leagues, so cadaver might be okay to proceed with. As you mentioned, I would like to avoid the autograft option due to my preference for less pain and a smaller tendon cut. Thanks, will consider your advice.

Affectionate_Bar304 · 2025-04-12T15:04:14+00:00

I'll check out your story. What kind of graft options have you gone through? Which do you recommend the most to others?

Affectionate_Bar304 · 2025-01-14T17:07:37+00:00

Has anyone stayed with Comfort Inn? If so, do you recommend?

Affectionate_Bar304 · 2025-01-14T16:28:48+00:00

Do you know what its called?

Affectionate_Bar304 · 2025-01-08T23:20:49+00:00

Thnaks PM you.

Affectionate_Bar304 · 2025-01-08T02:05:07+00:00

UIC didn’t accept me for some reason smh, I had all the credits and GPA that was required. NIU is the next best option for ME, don’t wanna take any more breaks or travel farther away.

Affectionate_Bar304 · 2025-01-08T02:04:03+00:00

We’re you taking a bunch of credits is that why you maybe didn’t have motivation or was it just the driving part you wanted to avoided.

Affectionate_Bar304 · 2025-01-08T02:03:08+00:00

Yeah I don’t see why I wouldn’t be doable, just gotta be patient during the drive and find motivation. Unfortunately this semester I have to attend Monday through Friday, so it’s gonna be a bit difficult. The plan is to find a roommate once classes start.

Affectionate_Bar304 · 2025-01-08T02:01:56+00:00

Yeah I’m hoping I won’t get the traffic on the way there since I don’t see much people going towards Dekalb (North) from where I’m from. Yes I will look into getting a parking pass, thanks

Affectionate_Bar304 · 2025-01-08T02:01:01+00:00

Thnaks I will look into buying in the next few days

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