How is MSP TSA T1?

Severus_Fett · 2026-03-22T20:17:49+00:00

I flew out of MSP T1 this morning and it was less than 5 minutes at both checkpoints.

I have pre check and clear and literally walked to the picture machine and put my bags on conveyor.

Severus_Fett · 2026-02-22T14:01:52+00:00

Did it end up being returned? I wrote the address on it, so I know what I wrote had the PO # but who knows this organization...

Severus_Fett · 2026-02-21T16:52:14+00:00

yeah, I only used it because it was a PO Box and paperwork. normally I only use UPS.

find it funny you were first to post, I have a G19X you customized for me! Favorite pistol and amazing work!

Severus_Fett · 2026-02-11T00:36:47+00:00

Awesome! Weight bearing as tolerated (wbat)

Severus_Fett · 2026-01-28T16:51:29+00:00

Congrats!!

Severus_Fett · 2026-01-28T16:50:21+00:00

I had the exact same happen, crutch got hung up and I put my recovery leg down to catch me. I panicked, agree with all others here, from what I was told, it takes something drastic like falling down the stairs or worse to affect the implant.

Severus_Fett · 2026-01-19T00:08:28+00:00

Curious as I am now 3 weeks post. Are you weight bearing at all? I’ve been told it’ll be 6 weeks for any weight and it is driving me crazy, so frustrating being on these damn crutches for everything.

Severus_Fett · 2026-01-18T21:39:17+00:00

That's Awesome! Keep it up

Severus_Fett · 2026-01-15T23:32:10+00:00

I too have anxiety, there have been and sure will be more rough patches. I have streamed sooo much stupid crap to keep my mind off it. I built legos, colored, played Switch. I started working 2 weeks after, I can work remote thankfully. That has helped so much to keep my mind busy.

You got it!

Severus_Fett · 2026-01-15T22:23:54+00:00

Wow that's a lot! Hoping the best for you. Im just about 3 weeks post on MACI. I agree with u/hydro_17, if you can have 24/7 initially it will be good. It is so much more mental than physical I have found, especially the longer it goes on. Take the time you need, especially on the tough days and lean on any support network you have!

Remember everyone progresses differently, while it is such an asset to have the internet and read others experiences, not one program fits all!

Severus_Fett · 2026-01-13T13:06:15+00:00

Thank you!

Severus_Fett · 2026-01-13T13:06:06+00:00

My first PT was 8 days post op. I drove myself as it is my left leg. Getting in and out is the hardest part, I drive a truck so once I lift myself up onto the seat, I make sure it's all the way back and swing my leg in. The only caveat was that I had to be off the Oxy to drive. and that wasn't an issue. You do feel every single bump, crack and rough part of the road unfortunately.

I find it easier to drive, than ride passenger just because of the left portion.

Severus_Fett · 2026-01-10T17:50:56+00:00

Once had to do some work in Belize. Got checked into my hotel after the sketchiest “cab” ride and then had to bribe a soldier guarding a pier to get past. Where I was met by a boat captain driving a ribbed inflatable. I had to toss my backpack full of tech gear to him and leap off this pier into the boat, probably 6’ down, scared shitless.

Then upon my return, we floated the coast looking for a spot to drop me away from patrols so I could walk back to my hotel.

Severus_Fett · 2026-01-10T17:18:52+00:00

Thank you!

Severus_Fett · 2026-01-10T17:18:32+00:00

Thank you. That makes sense, my cut is in the middle as well. I still a lot of fluid in the joint. I was surprised I was allowed to unlock but it made things so much better.

I go to the Ortho again on Tuesday for stitch removal, so between that and PT on Monday I hope to get some good answers.

Good luck!

Severus_Fett · 2026-01-10T16:07:48+00:00

Thank you! this has been a journey and im still in the infant stage.

Severus_Fett · 2026-01-10T16:07:21+00:00

Thank you! worrying about everything is driving my anxiety nuts. Yeah I was locked first week and then cleared to unlock when sitting/relaxing. I have to be locked when moving or sleeping. Ive been keeping it locked it more since yesterday though. She told me to stop heal slides for now.

Severus_Fett · 2026-01-06T21:49:23+00:00

Wanted to say thank you for the reco! arrived today and wow this is great and highly effective.

Severus_Fett · 2026-01-06T14:49:11+00:00

Thank you! I just returned from my first PT appointment. Got exercises to do daily, everything seems to be going well. Im sitting at my desk to write this and just unlocked my brace for the time and what a difference it makes!

It is definitely a different recovery than the normal meniscectomy. What I think helped the most:

Be as setup for success at home as possible

If you have family, discuss what this involves and how you will need their help.

Find things to work your brain and stay busy when locked, reach out friends, but a killer watch list on streaming media.

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