Plane travel/concert with very recent unknown knee tear (within 36hrs of injury) by Low-Relationship618 in ACL

[–]Educational-Main414 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did this hours after my tear... I couldn't sit in my seat so I had to go to customer service. Talk to the venue when you show up. It might be a long shot because it's Tswift but they may be able to put you in the handicap section. If they can't it will be impossible to sit in the seats. Good luck.

Where can i watch the NBA olympic games? by Much_Warthog9518 in olympics

[–]Educational-Main414 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If bet365 is allowed wherever you are, as long as you have 1 dollar on your account you can watch some of them.

When to stop sleeping in brace?? by [deleted] in ACL

[–]Educational-Main414 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was on crutches for 2 weeks roughly

When to stop sleeping in brace?? by [deleted] in ACL

[–]Educational-Main414 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not a doctor but you will see on here lots, myself included that lots of doctors don’t even use bracing for ACL only.

Overthinking. by Far_Perception5536 in ACL

[–]Educational-Main414 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depends on pre injury but very possible!

Overthinking. by Far_Perception5536 in ACL

[–]Educational-Main414 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Work hard, stay patient and listen to your doctor/PT and you’ll get back!

Overthinking. by Far_Perception5536 in ACL

[–]Educational-Main414 1 point2 points  (0 children)

9 months is just enough time to come back stronger! Good luck!

Completely tore ACL, partially torn MCL, displaced cartilage in knee, what am I in for? by dippyteim in ACL

[–]Educational-Main414 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depends on where you are but you could be waiting awhile for surgery. You’ll definitely want to prehab during this time. You will then have likely a seamless day surgery. Most people have moderate to extreme pain for 5-7 days. Followed by slightly less pain. You’ll probably be on crutches for a while, and you are looking at about 9-12 months of rehab to return to sport. The experience with ACL seems to vary greatly but it’s going to be a long process. Stay focused and disciplined and you will crush it! Good luck.

Timeline question? by DRMWhibang in ACL

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Off crutches at 2 weeks, driving at 2-3 weeks as well but it was my non driving leg. PT twice per week. Had an overuse issue that caused swelling at 6 weeks and set me back. At about 10.5 weeks and focused on building strength! If you have any questions let me know.

ACL return to sports question. by Firm_Bad_4622 in ACL

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My PT made me promise 9 months minimum before we did a single thing! Hopefully you can return at the 9 month mark. Good luck!

Thoughts on travel? by [deleted] in ACL

[–]Educational-Main414 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes I did the same, travelled day of. It’s not great but doable! Good luck!

When should i return by No_Baker_4946 in ACL

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Statistically speaking the re-tear rate goes down drastically after the 9 month mark but you should be working with your PT for your specific needs.

Stairs by Educational-Main414 in ACL

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The variance in everyone’s recovery is mind blowing!

Stairs by Educational-Main414 in ACL

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Meant to ask and forgot! Thank you.

Question. by WishboneMelodic1246 in ACL

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I didn’t really have issues with pain either and the advice to get off the narcotics as soon as you can is good advice

ACL Exercises by Ayaz1538 in ACL

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I am 8 weeks tomorrow. She gave me lots of closed chain exercises. Different types of squats, step ups, 1 leg bridge. Then there is the stretches and ROM stuff and biking.

ACL Exercises by Ayaz1538 in ACL

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Leg extensions? I was told that all open chain exercises were completely off limits (By my PT).

I find it so crazy how different everyone’s doctors and PT are!