My ACL Tear and Recovery
My Eleven Month-a-versary
Today is my eleven month-a-versary since having ACL reconstruction surgery. I haven’t spoke much about my ACL recovery recently because a) I didn’t want to bore everyone and b) frankly, there hasn’t been much to report since about the six-month mark. Months six through ten were pretty much about rehab and waiting; now that I’m eleven months out, I’m pretty much back to normal (save for some soreness and a big-assed brace).
I’m snowboarding without any worries, which includes hitting both small bumps and park jumps. I’m playing ultimate frisbee twice a week, and am looking at resuming my summer running this year as well. To be honest, I probably started back a little early — my surgeon didn’t want me doing much before 12 months — but after meeting folks through this blog who came back even faster, and given my knee felt great, I figured what the heck. Hopefully when I have my 12-month surgeon visit I won’t experience any repercussions!
I’ve also enjoyed meeting lots of you who have sent comments, questions and emails along about your own experiences, and hope you continue to do so.
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You are right about the rehab and waiting during months six through ten. It has been a lot of work and patience. I am ten months out from ACL surgery and I am also pretty much back to normal. Congratulations on your eleven month-a-versary!
I just spotted this posting. Cool. I’m so happy for you. I’ve been avoiding ACL surgery. In fact, I just posted a comment to you asking about your brace. In need. I’ve been grounded for too long. Take care.
Cool site, this Saturday will be 11 months for me. Kind in the same boat were my doc said dont do anything drastic until 12, but my knee feels back to normal(besides some flexibility issues) and feels stronger thane ever,.
Cool, glad to hear it. Good luck on your recovery!