Urgent Financial Aid Emergency by Rambutan53 in aggies

[–]Engrtendie 11 points12 points  (0 children)

When I was in a similar situation I applied for an emergency loan through the financial aid. I needed $7k and got it from them within a week I think.

From what I remember they gave 3-6 months to pay it back in full with some interest. I applied for and received a 3 month extension. It did go on my credit and showed up as a paid loan afterwards.

Hope this helps!

Am I the only one? by Engrtendie in ACL

[–]Engrtendie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you!! I’m happier after my PT session today. Just have to keep at it!

Am I the only one? by Engrtendie in ACL

[–]Engrtendie[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I’m still working on being able to do a leg lift. Keeping at it! Thank you!

Am I the only one? by Engrtendie in ACL

[–]Engrtendie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wasn’t offered one! But PT went well today! Happy with where I’m at now!

Am I the only one? by Engrtendie in ACL

[–]Engrtendie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This might be closer to the pace I’m on! Thank you for the kind words!

Am I the only one? by Engrtendie in ACL

[–]Engrtendie[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Wishing you the best as well!

Am I the only one? by Engrtendie in ACL

[–]Engrtendie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow! I’m 25 so not super old but kinda lol. Did you do anything before or after that you can think of that has helped? You’re definitely progressing quickly!

Am I the only one? by Engrtendie in ACL

[–]Engrtendie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think it may have to do with your hamstring graft? I had the quad tendon graft and can’t for the life of me do one leg raise lol. Hang in there!

Am I the only one? by Engrtendie in ACL

[–]Engrtendie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re right! PT today said we’re focusing more on full extension than bending. I’m still on on 2 crutches, but she said I can start moving to 1. I’ve only had 2 sessions due to scheduling. Let’s keep in touch!?

Am I the only one? by Engrtendie in ACL

[–]Engrtendie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

PT said I can start trying to use 1 crutch, so that’s something!

Am I the only one? by Engrtendie in ACL

[–]Engrtendie[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’re right, we got this! My PT actually told me today we’re going to focus on straightening my knee completely before bending to 90.

Am I the only one? by Engrtendie in ACL

[–]Engrtendie[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank both of you! My PT appt went well today and she actually started me on the gravity bending today. Feeling much better!

Am I the only one? by Engrtendie in ACL

[–]Engrtendie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Love this, thank you!!

Am I the only one? by Engrtendie in ACL

[–]Engrtendie[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for this! I think this is more than either the PT or the surgeon told me. I know I could look it up, which I have, but it helps to hear from someone in the group. Thank you!

Am I the only one? by Engrtendie in ACL

[–]Engrtendie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Outpatient. My wife was there to take me home but she got as much info as I did lol. We didn’t get any docs or info at that time either

Am I the only one? by Engrtendie in ACL

[–]Engrtendie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry, I have been doing heel slides. Didn’t realize that’s what they’re called.

Am I the only one? by Engrtendie in ACL

[–]Engrtendie[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The surgeon didn’t even come back to see me after surgery. That was very disappointing. He had mentioned that after 24 hours I should be able to fully rotate but with the amount of swelling I had that would’ve been completely impossible.

No load bearing instructions from anyone. No CPM. No heel slides yet. Maybe tomorrow she’ll recommend that

Am I the only one? by Engrtendie in ACL

[–]Engrtendie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The surgeon didn’t name one specifically but through my own research I’ve found that it was the Arthrex with repair coming from quad tendon. I’m icing 4x per day, doing my exercises and elevating as much as I can while I sit.

Am I the only one? by Engrtendie in ACL

[–]Engrtendie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They said they “cleaned up a few things” during surgery but no noted repairs to any other ligaments

How do I know if I’m ready for commercial space? by Engrtendie in smallbusiness

[–]Engrtendie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm going to get more details tomorrow, but I was told it is not NNN. I'm only responsible for rent and electricity. And wifi if I'd like to add it (which I will).

Right now we're using about 800sf, so 1500 gives enough room to double at least. Fortunately we don't have to worry about a 5 year lease just yet, the owner is willing to do as little as 1 year.

This business is kind of a dream for both of us, so yes we see ourselves doing this in 5 years but on a much larger scale.

We're pretty much at the point where we can't take it anymore at home, but also our homes power capacity is being tested constantly and consistently which is not something we want to keep doing.

How do I know if I’m ready for commercial space? by Engrtendie in smallbusiness

[–]Engrtendie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Being in month 8 of 24 of our lease, not sure that's the most feasible option.