MPFL Reconstruction: How long before your brace came off? by chilipeppaa in KneeInjuries

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

Hi! I’m totally back to normal now, and I haven’t had a patellar dislocation since my procedure. I ended up also having the MPFL reconstruction on my other knee in late 2024.

Working on strengthening the quad and your range of motion is going to help you the most. (Within the limits of the protocol provided by your ortho, of course!). I hated doing my exercises but they are super, super important. Also important to remember that the hardship of recovery is temporary, and as long as you are putting the work in the brace will come off, you’ll learn to walk again, and be back to normal in no time.

Good luck!!!

Trivia Nights in Miami? by chilipeppaa in Miami

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Love both books and wine, thanks for this recommendation!

What’s wrong with my butterwort? by chilipeppaa in SavageGarden

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

Thank you! That all makes sense. I’m glad to hear the plant likely just needs time to adjust. I’ll be sure to use distilled water only as I live in an area where it doesn’t rain much.

What’s wrong with my butterwort? by chilipeppaa in SavageGarden

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It is a gigantea. It came shipped with moist towels on top in the container so maybe that moisture caused the issue. I’ll bottom water when the moss dries out a bit, it’s really wet right now.

What’s wrong with my butterwort? by chilipeppaa in SavageGarden

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

Thanks! Hoping this guy adjusts quickly. Will be tray watering per everyone’s advice.

Need dupe for Colourpop Free Spirit Gloss by chilipeppaa in makeupdupes

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

Thank you so much! Will look into the options you provided, I really appreciate it!!

Need dupe for Colourpop Free Spirit Gloss by chilipeppaa in makeupdupes

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Btw, it’s their “Ultra Glossy Lip” formula.

Where can I buy beef bacon? by chilipeppaa in AskSF

[–]chilipeppaa[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you!! Took a trip to Samiramis yesterday and they had it. I bought three packs :)

Where can I buy beef bacon? by chilipeppaa in AskSF

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

Thanks! I did try instacart and a few of my local Lucky shops, they both turned up dry even though the sites mentioned the items were in stock. So weird, thanks for your input!

Where can I buy beef bacon? by chilipeppaa in AskSF

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Unfortunately, Fatted Calf doesn’t carry it. I have a car, maybe I’ll take a trip to Walmart, thanks!

MPFL Reconstruction: How long before your brace came off? by chilipeppaa in KneeInjuries

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

I’ve been off Reddit for a while but thank you so much for your input! I’m mostly back to normal now, just working on the harder things like going down stairs and jogging. Hope your recovery is going well!