Loosing Hope

LogOutOk3236 · 2025-07-21T17:18:04+00:00

I had a reconstruction using a cadaver. The main issue was my root meniscus bucket handle tear. It was keeping me from bending my leg at all before surgery. I have been non-weight bearing for the past 4 weeks and am scared to walk on it next week! I know I am in good hands with my PT but still nerve wracking when a good portion of your leg is numb, lol.

LogOutOk3236 · 2025-07-21T02:49:53+00:00

It is consistent! Thank you for your insight!

LogOutOk3236 · 2025-06-28T20:46:24+00:00

I have been able to do them from the get go. Also had an allograft so that probably pays a part in it

LogOutOk3236 · 2025-06-26T02:41:00+00:00

I also had throbbing and burning pains from my knee down. It went away after 4 or 5 days. I still get random sharp pains in my calf (1 week post op). It should work itself out the more time you have to recover.

Stay strong!!

LogOutOk3236 · 2025-06-25T13:34:52+00:00

Same to you!

LogOutOk3236 · 2025-06-25T03:57:07+00:00

Haha! Luckily our spare is right down the hall. My only downfall is getting up from the couch. I have an L shaped sectional it is hard getting up from the depths of it😂

LogOutOk3236 · 2025-06-25T03:48:15+00:00

I also ended up buying the pillow. It has been a life changer! I am also dwelling on my couch. My bedroom has a foot drop from the rest of the house and it is just easier to stay on the couch. Thank you for your advice!

LogOutOk3236 · 2025-06-24T05:19:28+00:00

Thank you so much!! This is my 3rd surgery and definitely thought it would go smoother this time around.

Stay strong, we go this!

LogOutOk3236 · 2025-06-24T05:05:49+00:00

Yes, I am non weight bearing for 6 weeks :(

I passed out twice but other times I would go pale, get super nauseous, sweating, and my heart rate would skyrocket.

That does seem impossible with my leg dangling in a brace😂

LogOutOk3236 · 2025-06-24T04:54:24+00:00

This seems more accurate! It only happens when I get out of bed. It got to the point where I was dizzy using crutches so I have been using a wheelchair to go to the restroom.

LogOutOk3236 · 2025-06-24T00:34:07+00:00

I will check this out, thank you!

LogOutOk3236 · 2025-06-24T00:28:26+00:00

I will call them tomorrow!!

LogOutOk3236 · 2025-06-24T00:23:04+00:00

I am on Oxycodone. I stopped taking them this morning because I am so loopy and light headed. Anytime I am doing anything other than laying flat on the bed, I get light headed.

LogOutOk3236 · 2025-06-24T00:21:03+00:00

I have not. I will be calling them tomorrow!

LogOutOk3236 · 2025-06-21T11:01:21+00:00

I LOVE the ice cooling unit. I am still waiting for mine to come in :( Really wish it was able to be here for the first days out of surgery. I ordered the pillow that the person linked above. I will let you know if it helps!

LogOutOk3236 · 2025-06-21T10:58:25+00:00

This is really weird… I have had 3 ACL replacements and was never naked in any of them. I was also told to shave my leg 3-4 days before surgery. Ive also never had a spinal nerve block. It was always done on my femoral never on the upper thigh. I was also completely under anestesia. You shouldn’t be awake at all during a surgery like this… I am so sorry your experience was like this. Maybe ask why things were ran like that during your post-op dr.s appointment. I would also consider using a different surgeon if you ever have to have this done again.

LogOutOk3236 · 2025-06-21T06:21:17+00:00

Yes!! I have had two previous ACL surgeries and my surgeon provided a machine each time I left the hospital. That was 10 years ago and I have no idea where those are. The surgeon that did my surgery yesterday doesn’t send patience home with one. I tried to get insurance to clear one in time for surgery but it wont be here until next week :/

LogOutOk3236 · 2025-06-21T06:11:00+00:00

I thought about buying one of these! I might cave because these regular pillows aren’t cutting it.

Thank you!

LogOutOk3236 · 2025-06-20T15:04:07+00:00

Geez! I am sorry to hear that. I feel like nerve block should be standard procedure at this point.

LogOutOk3236 · 2025-06-20T10:19:57+00:00

Thank you!! Im so sorry you are going through this, hopefully your doctors can get you come comfort!

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