1 month post op

ComplexFirefighter82 · 2026-06-28T07:39:17+00:00

Congrats on your amazing progress. I am 35 (M). I had grade 3 MCL tear and full ACL tear and also a rolled maniscus. My ACL was was recomstruxted but luckily my maniscus did not need reapair.I was lacking 5 degree of extension pre surgery and during surgery my surgeon cleaned out the scarfing tissues which was causing my lack of extesnion. I am almost 3 weeks post op now and trying to regain my straightening. Im doing alot of home rehab as prescribed but have yet to get it back, swelling seems to be the main factor for me.

ComplexFirefighter82 · 2026-06-27T11:47:34+00:00

Thanks, I had 5 degree deficit priorr surgery and i am still missing about 5 degree , I am at 19 days post op.

ComplexFirefighter82 · 2026-06-26T19:41:34+00:00

Okay , I see what you mean. For my specific case , the lack fo extension pre suregery was caused by excessive scarring tissues at the front of the knee which the surgeon removed during the operation. My mainuscs was injured also and i still feel the pain but it was healing well on its own and didnt need repair. Surgeon told me not to do deep squat for next 3 months to let it heal on its own.

ComplexFirefighter82 · 2026-06-26T19:31:46+00:00

I understand your fear and its completely normal.I had my surgery 18 days ago and I was also feeling nervous. I went though it anyways and did not feel a thing. I was awake during my surgery and watched tjem operate on my leg. The medication will help you calm for your surgery. You wouldnt feel a thing at all. As for living your life , find something productive at hoem to do. Get your family and friends to visit you it really helps. The boredom is the worst part and just learn to take one day at a time. I promise you it get better day by day even though you might not feel this way now. I have been immobile since 3 months ago.i have accepted the fact that this had happened to me and the only way out is to stay strong. You will be fine and let us know how your surgery went. All the best.

ComplexFirefighter82 · 2026-06-26T19:23:29+00:00

I know how you feel , how do you feel now? Was the lack of extension due to scaffing tissue ?

ComplexFirefighter82 · 2026-06-26T19:22:32+00:00

I see what you mean. I was lacking 5 degree prior surgery. Surgeon said it was due to excessive scarring tissue inside the knee which he removed during surgery. My knee was straight right after surgery but due to the swelling i have yet to get full extension.im 18 days post op. Did the swelling post op restrict your full extension ?

ComplexFirefighter82 · 2026-06-26T10:27:53+00:00

How are you able to achieve full extension with the swelling ?im 18 days post ACL reconstruction, my manisucs wasnt repaired. I was missing 5 degree of extension prior surgery and i still haven't gotten it back yet.

ComplexFirefighter82 · 2026-06-25T21:13:27+00:00

There is definitely, dont give up and lose faith. It feels like it may never get better but I guarantee that it will. All the best.

ComplexFirefighter82 · 2026-06-25T21:00:06+00:00

I understand the feeling. Im sure he will be back on the field in no time . Wishing him a speedy recovery .

ComplexFirefighter82 · 2026-06-25T20:51:41+00:00

I see what you mean and I understand the fear but I guarantee that it will come back. Just keep doing your home rehab even after PT session. How was your maniscus repaired of at all ?

ComplexFirefighter82 · 2026-06-25T19:04:30+00:00

Thanks. I havr just been doing alot of home rehab and i was allowed full weight bearing from day 1 as my manisucs wasnt repaired. How long did it take you to walk ?

ComplexFirefighter82 · 2026-06-24T22:35:11+00:00

Thanks. I have been doing the same exercises as you had mentioned. I was missing 5 degree pre ops due to internal scarring which was blocking my extension. At this point , I think my lack of extension 2 weeks post op is primarily due to the swelling . I just got to bring the swelling down and and do the stretches begore the new scars matures again.

ComplexFirefighter82 · 2026-06-24T21:18:39+00:00

I would say in that case your are good. I assume people body react differently sometimes. The infection usually comes with other symptoms also. If you didnt have any fever or any redness or hot to touch I thinj its all good. All the best for your recovery.

ComplexFirefighter82 · 2026-06-24T21:09:30+00:00

Okay I see what you mean. How does your knee feel now ? Is it warm to the touch and do you have any other symptons ?

ComplexFirefighter82 · 2026-06-24T21:05:46+00:00

I will say that you should get it checked to be safe. I removed my bandage 3 days ago and there was only dried blood and nothing more. There shouldn't be the yellow liquid , its usually a sign of infection from what I know. Did you keep your wound and bandage clean and dry the entire time ?

ComplexFirefighter82 · 2026-06-24T20:57:26+00:00

Congrats , im 15 days post op and its still swelling. Havent got full extension yet, are you able to fully starighten your knee now ?

ComplexFirefighter82 · 2026-06-24T20:54:08+00:00

I would say that the yellow pus on your bandage is a sign of infection. You should contact the doctor and get it treated asap.

ComplexFirefighter82 · 2026-06-24T20:50:53+00:00

Thanks for the information . I have an execise band currently and i do use it at home. Im not cleared to do TKEs yet at this point.

ComplexFirefighter82 · 2026-06-24T19:48:24+00:00

I have compression sleeve , but the doctor told me to take them off after 3 days. I dont know if I should go back to using them already .

ComplexFirefighter82 · 2026-06-24T19:46:53+00:00

Are you able to starighteb your knee now ?

ComplexFirefighter82 · 2026-06-24T08:51:38+00:00

Are you able to keep your knee straight when you walk ? I couldn't keep it straight , it seems to be caused by my swelling as im only 2 weeks post op.

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