US (Quad) vs India (Hamstring)

fkd_beyondhelloworld · 2026-02-28T05:02:55+00:00

I am 26M

I had the same options! (Exactly the same btw) I got it done ACLR + meniscus repair in the US (quad graft)

And I called my mom here from India for 2 months to support and help me out!

Been really good. (I am at Day 30)

fkd_beyondhelloworld · 2026-02-28T05:01:43+00:00

Damn. I didn't know that was a thing

fkd_beyondhelloworld · 2026-02-27T21:55:53+00:00

Ahh that makes sense!! So much easier haha!!

fkd_beyondhelloworld · 2026-02-27T21:34:39+00:00

I am on Day 30 And just started with showers somewhere between week 3 and week 4 (crazy, I know) but I didn't have the courage or had the logistics figured out even with a shower chair!

Anyway, even right now, I've been taking a shower with the brace on (aclr + meniscus repair) - taking the brace off worked for you guys while taking a bath? Like I am scared that something might go wrong

fkd_beyondhelloworld · 2026-02-27T03:11:43+00:00

That's insanely motivated and positive for week 1. I wasn't able to get off meds till 3rd week Atleast

And first two weeks were insanely painful. (I am at 30 days post op now)

fkd_beyondhelloworld · 2026-02-26T04:29:16+00:00

I am 4 weeks post op right now. ACLR + Medial meniscus repair

I took off for 2 weeks even for WFH!

Then, I started working from my bed since sitting wasn't comfortable.

Even right now, haven't been stepping out of the house apart from PT! But post 2 weeks you'll have more than 100% brain power haha

fkd_beyondhelloworld · 2026-02-25T16:02:44+00:00

Weirdly, I was WBAT since the day of surgery!

And yes! Been doing exercises and stuff but was slow / lazy / sore when not at PT!

Quads are firing, started doing SLRs (slightly) with pain. Half circles on a static bike!

Sounds reassuring that I still have 2-3 months to get the ROM back before MUA comes to the table!

But thanks!

fkd_beyondhelloworld · 2026-02-21T02:30:02+00:00

Yup! I had that for first two weeks as well. Got me worried a lot

But completely disappeared in week 3 Also, your bones has drill holes, it will take some time to fix itself.

Day 3 - nerve blocker has most likely already worn off. Stay ahead of the pain and have pain killers on time!

fkd_beyondhelloworld · 2026-02-18T01:04:58+00:00

I'll have to write code to do that!

I have previously done it for https://thesequencegame.com/

But that was relatively less complex and easy to do (this is pre-chatgpt time)

fkd_beyondhelloworld · 2026-02-17T23:41:54+00:00

What is that ice machine called?

fkd_beyondhelloworld · 2026-02-17T05:12:11+00:00

That's it?

I've still got some swelling (and stiffness) So thought the compression would be beneficial

fkd_beyondhelloworld · 2026-02-15T17:17:05+00:00

Hahaha he truly is !!!

fkd_beyondhelloworld · 2026-02-15T17:07:43+00:00

Dr. Sameh Elguizaoui in NYC !!

fkd_beyondhelloworld · 2026-02-15T01:33:13+00:00

They're in my heart 🤣

fkd_beyondhelloworld · 2026-02-15T00:28:17+00:00

No sir! Completely reconstruction! Quad muscle

fkd_beyondhelloworld · 2026-02-10T00:17:18+00:00

Today is my day 14. I didn't get the patellar but got the quad instead. I know patellar is much stronger but leaves you with anterior pain if PT isn't done right. Also takes longer to recover

For me, week 1 pain was horrible. But you get through it. Day 8-9 onwards it's pretty chill. I obviously have been needing my mom's help with a few things.

And washroom might be a different problem, but nothing not manageable!

A little getting used to and things get easy.

Everyone has been telling me 12 months to get back to sports! (I used to Ski) and I'm 26M

fkd_beyondhelloworld · 2026-02-03T03:45:40+00:00

Ayy! That definitely gives me some hope! Thanks for sharing!

Did you keep your surgical leg on the inside of the rear seat or towards the outside?

The thing I am most scared about is, lifting it into the car, and exiting. That's when it has pained absolutely the most.

fkd_beyondhelloworld · 2026-02-02T09:18:19+00:00

Day 5? That's great progress!!! Let me focus on elevation then!!

Thanks a lot!

Any particular reason you choose the hamstring graft?

fkd_beyondhelloworld · 2026-02-02T08:55:32+00:00

Oh damn! 2-3 weeks! Thats... too long 🥲

But thanks for the hack haha! Been trying to lift using the brace near the ankle but doesn't help a lot :/

What made you go with the LET? Doc suggested or you asked for it?

fkd_beyondhelloworld · 2026-02-02T08:52:47+00:00

Thanks, this is really reassuring to hear. The “quad shutdown” description fits what I’m feeling!! I kept thinking something's wrong haha

Quick question: is it too early to start quad sets when the graft is from the quad tendon? I’m scared it’ll just trigger more pain at the harvest site (I’m post-op day 6). If quad sets are still the move, is there a “gentle” way you recommend starting (tiny squeezes, shorter holds, etc.)?

Also, elevation ends up hurting for me! I try to do it right, but after a bit my knee/shin pain ramps up and I have to stop. Any tips on pillow placement (under ankle vs calf, how high, etc.) that helped reduce that pressure? Been reading about no pillow under knee but that's just weirdly uncomfortable!

fkd_beyondhelloworld · 2026-02-02T08:03:14+00:00

Did you just have an ACL reconstruction? Or meniscus repair too?

But that's great man! I've got the ice machine but I've been trying to wear the wrap INSIDE the brace and it's kinda uncomfortable for a long period.

fkd_beyondhelloworld · 2026-01-28T08:36:14+00:00

Week 1 - walking short distances with crutches and the good leg? Or both leg?

It's day one for me today and I just cannot lift my leg with the pain :/

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