ACL Surgery - Day 1 - What to Expect: Timeline, Getting Home, Pain Levels, Ice Machine... etc

A step by step review of the first few hours after surgery:
Surgery timeline
Getting in the car
Using crutches
Elevating the leg
Using the cooling therapy ice machine
Pain Management
Peeing
Day-2 video here: • ACL Surgery - Day 2 - ...
2-Years Later Video: • ACL Surgery Recovery -...
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[@SanctifiedPurpose]

This dude still replying to comments 2 years later, what a legend

[@moeezjaved8525]

😅

[@travis_roy2289]

What about 5 years later

[@camvoy1920]

had my acl reconstruction 4 days ago. a little bit of pain but the painkillers are certainly doing the job. straightening the knee can be difficult but my physio exercises are helping slowly but surely. This rehab takes a lotttt of patience. Whoever is going through it too keep going!

[@Rdwn7]

How you doing now brother, had mine this morning. Can you walk yet?

[@Famvestor]

Hope you doing much better now

[@tobirama3989]

​@@Rdwn7how you doing now? . mine's Tomorrow

[@Rdwn7]

@@tobirama3989I’m much better, coming up to week 6. Been walking around a week. Stay on top of your exercises first few weeks and it’ll be cool

[@haxor-lt5pn]

@@Rdwn7how Are You now?

[@AngieHES]

Hello, thanks for sharing your journey! I had ACL surgery done about two weeks ago and once the anesthesia wore off the pain was soo intense. I was trying not to take the oxycodone pain medicine but at the end I felt like I had no choice and finished all the bottle the doctor prescribed. It certainly has been an emotional journey and makes you realize we need to be more grateful for the small things like going to the bathroom or even cleaning or washing dishes. I start therapy tomorrow and I pray is not as painful. God bless

[@Famvestor]

The beginning is definetly hard. Good luck with therapy, be prepared to push your limits for a better future recovery.

[@johnnywang8452]

seeing how many people saying the pain was too intense, it makes me feel that I'm the odd one lol. I just had my 4th ACL surgery (5th in October), and I never felt any pain, didn't even take tylenol

[@PitbullFromSuburbs]

@@johnnywang8452to be fair, you did go through that process 4 times. You probably just gained a tolerance to that sort of pain

[@hoihoi1473]

⁠@@johnnywang8452wait. Your 5th ACL surgery? Im really interested in your story and how this kept happening

[@sandeepnair6159]

Can’t agree more bro !!!!

[@boshontobihar]

Got my second ACL surgery done yesterday. Seeing the comments I realize how different everyone’s experiences are. I don’t have much pain as of now and I am doing some light stretching. Will see how the next few days go. A few things that definitely help- Elevating, icing, and compression literally 24/7. If you’re taking pain meds, take stool softener. DRINK water and prune juice.

[@Famvestor]

Yes definetly agree with all of this, glad recovery is going well for you!

[@suhailjalal9507]

2nd Acl on the same knee or different knee ?

[@ramachandravamsi-pp3qs]

I have Revision ACL surgery on same knee, on day 2 I don't feel any pain and while bending also no pain and feeling some loose knee am I need to worry

[@parshotampanotra9078]

HELLO HOW ARE YOU, IAM ALSO A ACL PAITENT CAN YOU HELP ME FINANCIALLY IN MY TREATMENT,BECAUSE IAM A HELPLESS LABOURER & I WANT TO PLAY IN FIELD ,I WAS A CRICKET PLAYER,WITHOUT SURGERY INAM UNHAPPY WITH MY LIFE.IAM HELPLESS PLEASE HEALPME.I HOPE YOU KNOW BETTER THE VALUE OF A PHYSICALLY FIT PLAYER.

[@jasonshen4404]

Thanks for the advice! But i am concerned if drinking too much water will lead to too frequent bathroom? I assume during the first week it is really hard to walk to the toilet? Could you please share some experiences here? Thank you !

[@M0n1cki]

Haha! He looks so good! I'm about 72 hours since surgery and man... ACL surgery hurt more than giving birth without epidural and hurt more than an appendectomy. I don't know how this guy is just dandy. I was crying out of surgery being woken up. Today is the first day I've not cried.

[@Famvestor]

Sorry to hear that I hope thngs get better.

[@sakthik7797]

I too just had my acl and meniscus done three days ago

[@sakthik7797]

The pain levels correspond to the graft method if u had patellar tendon it is the most painful

[@JohnEriugena-m8s]

The same for me … this dude is amazing

[@Dom79Teck]

Man dont cry

[@deanpetranker7957]

Having mine tomorrow ready for it to everyone says it’s painful but you look fine😂

[@Famvestor]

Yea it ereally wasnt too bad, other than Tylenol and Anti-Inflamatories I didn't take any drugs after surgery. How'd yours go?

[@carlos0259774]

First day is ok. But wait until the anesthesia really goes away.... its get F... painful. Had mine 3 days ago now.

[@carlos0259774]

@SHANNEL JIMENEZ you'll be fine .... just be sure to get those painkillers. First two nights are going to be unpleasant. Trust me. 3rd day you're getting better. Just get plenty of rest

[@Daniel-ds1lo]

Guys, can u share a little bit more about preparation procedures for the surgery? I am really curious because I am having my surgery in Thursday and I don't really know what to expect.

[@adventuresofchiz7734]

@@Daniel-ds1lo You will be nervous at the hospital but it will go by fast. Pain depends on the types of painkillers you’re given. If your tolerance to pain is high you will ride the wave with some discomfort. If your tolerance is low then it will kill you. Just be strong.

[@micahdale9280]

I’m getting my ACL and meniscus surgery soonish and I’m just glad I’m not in pain before the surgery. Watching these help quite a bit.

[@Famvestor]

Good luck with the surgery and recovery.

[@bottletree33]

I’ve torn my acl but decided against surgery even though it’s free for me in the uk. I’ve heard far too many horror stories.

[@CuratedR]

Famvestor, I really want to express my utmost gratitude to you. Back in September I tore my ACL and I’ve been out of work since, as a bartender it was impossible to work, and I finally got my insurance to approve surgery this past Monday. I watched all of your videos in preparation for the surgery, and I can’t express to you how much you helped me. I bought the Ossur therapy machine and I truly believe that alone was a game changer. Moreover than any product, your determination wore off on me and 3 hours post-op I was immediately onto my exercises and have stayed consistent with that. Your ability to not only do all of that without pain meds, but to have the desire to help others and record the process is out of this world. I’m so thankful for you and your wife for these videos and I wish nothing but bountiful godly blessings for you & your family. I’m almost able to do everything on my own and my motivation is through the roof, thank you again! Edit: (I watched these and your second experience which is why I was also thanking your wife)

[@Famvestor]

Nate thanks so much for the comment and appreciation, I am so glad the videos helped, really appreciate you letting me know. Glad you are getting after it, it will make recovery much quicker. Thanks again and I wish you the best of luck in your recovery!

[@Steve-lg2xt]

This video gives me alot of strength of what I should expect from my surgery tomorrow

[@David.Eng.]

Just had surgery this morning. Time to binge watch your videos like Netflix, Ha!

[@Famvestor]

lol enjoy!

[@BellaStohler]

I’m having my acl surgery in 3 days and I’m 14 your video has brought confidence and less fear to me as i hate anything hospital so thank you for these videos and wish me luck

[@Famvestor]

Thanks for the feedback, hope it’s going well!

[@jyothibrahnmath1590]

First of all a big thank you for educating us. Your detailed series are so helpful. I am scheduled for an ACL reconstruction with meniscus repair on Oct 2 and your informative videos are definitely helping me prepare and stay calm. So extremely grateful to you.

[@Famvestor]

Thanks for your comment. Glad it’s been helpful. Wish you the best of luck!

[@MrSlime-et8cv]

I had surgery yesterday, me knee was absolutely destroyed including the meniscus in two points… Good luck with yours!

[@angiemartinez8495]

Hope all is well! I'm having my back surgery in 5 days! 🥲🥲

[@jyothibrahnmath1590]

@angiemartinez8495 Omg! What? Why? So so sorry to hear this.

[@manvirsingh9307]

Hi hope you are doing well now ! I m done with my acl and meniscus repair on 2 Nov . Can you explain me your a little bit current recovery !

[@gerygateva1420]

Im a 17 yr old volleyball player and i had my acl repaired 2 days ago, the pain was extremely bad right after waking up but it eventually started fading away, now i am home and way better, swelling has gotten down significantly but im on shit ton of meds. Walking is okay not painful(with crutches ofc) only a bit painful when i try to keep it straight. For everyone going through this, it is toughh but we got ittt!

[@Famvestor]

Oh man thats rough, I also tore my left ACL playing volleyball last year... I have an updated set of videos... Keeping your leg straight is very uncomfortable... but also very necessary for correct healing- best of luck, hope recovery is going well.

[@gerygateva1420]

@@yeano1109 Goodluckk girll, stay patient we got thiss

[@StatKeeperD]

@@yeano1109 good luck I get mine on Wednesday

[@hardtrailrider]

I am yet to undergo a patella tendon tear repair. Seeing the surgery videos I am getting scared . Mine is partial tear. The doctor said it may heal naturally but will not be strong enough to play sports without a surgery. I am confused.. Post the surgery, can I go to restroom using walker without applying weight on my injured leg?

[@gerygateva1420]

@@hardtrailrider Well its more than okay to be worried but i can assure you that if you stay consistent with workouts and keep pushing u will get through. I think if you operate the acl it will be better rather than relying on that partial tear especially if u are a very active person. After my surgery i just used my crutches to go to the restroom and as it concerns how much weight u put on it u should speak with ur doctor/PE. Other than that Im 4 months past now and im doing great, jogging, training, feeling good. Good luckk

[@kimberleedirkson7120]

Happy one year anniversarknee! Having my ACL surgery Nov 4th. Thanks for this detailed series, it's certainly helping me make a plan. Hope you're doing good

[@Famvestor]

Thanks! Best of luck with yours. My knee has been feeling pretty good especially recently although I haven’t been playing any sports yet. I ran 6 miles this morning.

[@matta2349]

I'm getting mine today😭

[@Famvestor]

@@matta2349 Good luck! Hope everything turns out for the best!

[@underaminute8753]

Just had mine today. Thanks for the info

[@yandimorffi9820]

They gave you nerve blockers it usually last a day or two

[@romesawsama]

“Talk slower” 😂 I love how ur so chill about it. I recently torn my ACL and meniscus but I feel like I’m gonna be fine all the old lady’s are trying to scare me about it but I know I’m going to be okay

[@Andjrhenene]

I had mine 9 days ago. And I’m finally pain free 😂 I need your doctor !

[@Fplfplfpl]

I'm 3 months since surgery and I'm doing really well, good luck !

[@Famvestor]

Stefan Stojkovski glad to hear it. I’m 4 weeks out and walking now almost normal without a brace or anything.

[@Famvestor]

Any updates? Still doing good?

[@jelly_pvp6670]

@@Famvestor got mine in a few days any tips?

[@Famvestor]

@@jelly_pvp6670 hmm not really anything more than I said in the video... I guess just Ice as much as you can I. The beginning. And get to PT as fast as you can, and be diligent about the exercises.

[@jelly_pvp6670]

@@Famvestor ok ty I’ll let you know how it goes I get it in February 9th

[@jmcintyre3231]

Thank you for this video. My son is having his repaired today. I appreciate you sharing your experience. God bless you ❤

[@Famvestor]

You are so welcome

[@angieabad8510]

I just got my ACL surgery about a day ago and let me tell you this is perhaps the most painful thing I’ve had to deal with.

[@Famvestor]

Hope it’s getting better with ever day

[@ryant9418]

hey im getting mine in a month and want an update from you that you pushed through it all!?

[@ginaloman3579]

Just got mine done! Yes! Omg! I thought I had a high tolerance for pain 😂 but I got thru the first day, now on day 3 and icing!!!

[@rockingninad20]

I got my full ACL tear and total meniscus repair done a few days ago. Idk how but did not feel much pain ,no wonder I'm on meds. I saw the whole operation live on a screen as anesthesia was spinal. The most you will feel the pain is when the stitches are taken off and the knee feels stiff when you try to walk. Just keep going and you'll be there.

[@Al_Asadii]

Hey I js wanted to ask, can you run like before the surgery? since its been 6 months now?

[@RiverBobcat]

Service member getting ACL and meniscus surgery soon. Consult with my orthopedic surgeon this week. I’m super nervous because everyone’s experience is different, hoping mine is on the brighter side of it.

[@shannonsmits8490]

This is awesome to watch this. I'm having surgery for my torn acl and mcl. Thank you so much for this. Youve got me looking at the ice circulating therapy machines. I wish I would have gotten one for my husband when he broke his ankle! Life saver!

[@shannonsmits8490]

Also, how did you come to have ACL surgery? Sports accident? I noticed your wave shirt, thought I'd ask! I was kiteboarding in Turks and Caicos and landed my jump terribly. I've been accident free, (kiteboarding) for 6 years. I go to TCI on my honeymoon and mess myself up. LOL! Oh the irony...

[@Mike2Gud]

Got surgery today, hopefully if yours has already been done it went well

[@Famvestor]

@@shannonsmits8490 yea for me it was ultimate frisbee landing from a jump

[@Prayedup254]

@@shannonsmits8490 I have to get a MRI Thursday and I'm very nervous to what he's going to tell me very nervous that I'm a baby for pain so is there any pointers that you could give me and hope everything going well on your end I'm just too nervous because I do not have any support only my 13-year-old hopefully it can help me out and how long did it take or how long would it take for you to be 100 to get back to work just say am I in please talk back thank you God bless

[@Prayedup254]

@@Famvestor hello sir I came along your video and you seem like a very strong Trooper and you're taking it as a champ you give me confidence and I thank you for making these videos I see the MRI for my knee it popped a few weeks ago and after that it haven't been very well I'm not any sport player but I'm a active dad and I'm always working feel like constantly I guess my knees just said they're done I guess but I want to keep the confidence As You Are I have a 13-year-old and I'm 34 years old I can say I'm around 200 pounds maybe five six but I'm always on my legs 17 hours a day approximately sometimes but there any pointers you can give me I've been dealing with a lot of depression and a lot of anxiety which I do have and it's like taking a toll on me I want to know how long would it take to be full recovered and ready to work because I am worried about staying off my feet for a long time which you know Google will tell you a lot but how long you will be out they say 12 months and I can't afford that which I don't want to believe that please write back thank you God bless hope you have a full recovery which I see you are thank you God bless

[@kcrongmei6317]

I just went through an ACL reconstruction surgery on 24/7/2023. The pain right after the effect of Anaesthesia was gone was very extreme. But after 24 hours the pain subsided and I could start making some movements...

[@MoeBro-r9u]

This dude replying to my comments 5 yrs later the legend!

[@sandeepnair6159]

Hello from India .. just gone through the same.. days and nights of agony depression.. currently at day 11 after surgery and relieved of pain .. it’s a journey ..

[@kimb9273]

I had my acl surgery 4 days ago and I’m still in much pain (especially in the hamstring)😢 pain meds are not helping that much. I’m so glad you didn’t have pain after surgery! The pain I had after surgery was so bad 😩 anyone else still with a lot of pain? And how long does it take to go away? Kisses from the Netherlands ❤

[@pipergenkin1688]

Im on day 10 rn out of acl surgery (and meniscus) and the pain is awful. I haven't slept more than 3 hours straight since the surgery, and some nights I've barely slept at all. Im non weight bearing bc of the meniscus and locked in extension and its awful. The mental part of it is crushing, not to mention the physical pain. The best change I've made so far with the pain was to switch from opioids to prescription ibuprofen--so much better then Tylenol. Good luck

[@kimb9273]

@@pipergenkin1688 I’m so sorry to hear that! I’m on day 9 now and I already feel much better. I’m using an icepack to cool my knee as much as I can and that helps a lot and I try to do some exercises so my knee doesn't get stiff again. I hope you sleep better soon because for me that was the worst part. Try to sleep for a few hours during the day because you need your sleep the most now. If you need someone to talk to feel free to send me a message! I hope you feel better soon ❤️

[@Famvestor]

Glad its been getting better, yea Ice and elevation really helps with pain, good luck onyoru recovery journey!

[@tausifattar6273]

​@@pipergenkin1688Can I sleep on one side after surgery?

[@tausifattar6273]

because i have back problem so i can't sleep straight for long time.

[@theara6208]

I’m watching this from the hospital. I got my acl surgery the day before and now I’m just in so much pain. Super unimaginable pain right here

[@Famvestor]

I hope it’s feeling better bow

[@austincole9007]

Getting mine done on Wednesday and so nervous man, first surgery ever 😭 Thank you for this video

[@quinn_m1428]

how was yours? i get mine in a week

[@Amiyah-sd6jb]

im getting my acl surgury in two days and this calmed me down seeing someone else do it and go thru it

[@Famvestor]

Good luck it’s not fun but worth it.

[@mohammedyoussif4079]

Am about 12 hours since surgery feeling alot of pain but i will try to ice it which is helpfool and trying do some exercises tomorrow enshalla best of luck for all.

[@EL-Inge-JR]

Just had this done, on day 3 now. Definitely requires a lot of patience!

[@Famvestor]

good luck on your recovery.

[@cherrry3692]

You look so good out of surgery! They put me under for ACL repair, they couldn’t graft my tendons so I only got a bit of my meniscus shaved and I was in so much pain when I woke up. Even with the nerve block. I’m having surgery again in a week to get my ACL fixed so hopefully I’ll feel better the next time 😅

[@godsslaveever7525]

Get fine soon buddy 💯😘

[@cherrry3692]

@@godsslaveever7525 thanks brother, 9 months tomorrow!

[@godsslaveever7525]

This is my 3rd month of ligament tear it's been a big drawback for my family 😡 but still I am In hope it will be soon cured iam waiting for a smooth job and good salary

[@cherrry3692]

@@godsslaveever7525 all the best for you. How is recovery?

[@christiansalem3700]

Just had surgery 2 days ago and it’s the worst pain ever

[@jakeyfb9060]

Getting my ACL reconstructed May 1st and I’m devastated and terrified for this recovery

[@Splatter_gutz]

To those getting surgery done, make sure you elevate your leg properly.. I woke up one morning with pillows under my knee only, not my whole leg(calf). I developed a blood clot in my calf... It hurts like hell, thought my calf was going to burst. Set me back in recovery about a week or so. I suggest buying the purpose made leg pillow featured in this vid, if u move around in your sleep.

[@leoliu7840]

Happened to me too, on my foot, doctor said I had to raise my leg to drain the blood out

[@zyn0lol399]

Same to me I got a blood clot from my acl tear and cuz I’m young and healthy I had to be on blood thinner for 6-8 before surgery holding me back a while

[@lesliebrown4333]

Thank you for sharing , I will be having my surgery soon I hope mine wouldn’t be painful.

[@iamdenisrose]

Man, you are so lucky you have no pain after surgery. I just had my ACL surgery yesterday and I am wailing from the pain. I can't even prop up the leg since it is so painful. 😩

[@Famvestor]

Are you using a lot of ice? That was the best pain management.

[@manvirsingh9307]

How are you now ?

[@nnodw7721]

Thanks for the video. My daughter had surgery in the morning and this really helped.

[@Famvestor]

Glad it helped good luck to her!

[@anthonyjasso4125]

Brooo. Got acl reconstruction surgery and the pain is immense. And I handle pain pretty well.

[@Famvestor]

Sorry to hear that. It wasn't my experience, is it any better now?

[@anthonyjasso4125]

@@Famvestor yes it's better now. But I also had a meniscus tear repair too. And they too my quad tendon. I heard all that involved more pain and recovery. But everyday the pain and mobility is getting better

[@margieholmack7074]

I am having a partial knee replacement on May 3 2021i hope it goes good for me I go home that same day.

[@marissedt]

gonna have my acl surgery this august. your comment section is scaring me. lol

[@Famvestor]

Its rough in the beginning but everyday gets better! watch my other videos.

[@theworldwinbush4132]

Thank you for doing this I can’t walk on my foot after 3 months waiting for mri, but doc thinks it meniscus tear and acl , it hurts so bad I was ejected from a car 5 years ago and had 2 broken bones and the pain was not this bad, so I may need surgery and watching your video I’m not scared thank q

[@23kmedia23]

I just got mine done yesterday, they didn't give me a brace they said I didn't need one Man after my surgery I was going in and out of sleep when i came home went to sleep this guy here is going to have a quick recovery faster than a lot of us 😂

[@1VPCLOS]

Got mine done 5 days ago. Hurt like #@!! Days 1 and 2 walking on crutches ok for now. 2 days of rehab and flexibility is pretty good. Up to 75%. Being down sux. Biker/skier. Cant wait to get back to the mtns. Thanks for the vid. Good luck.

[@Famvestor]

Man no brace huh? I’ve never heard of that.

[@23kmedia23]

@@Famvestor My gf brought one of ebay but also need to be fitted yeah the place I got the surgery they said no one gets the brace but I can understand now it's less weight less itchy I'm not complaining but it just feels weird in the back of my head not having one cuz everyone got one lol

[@23kmedia23]

@@1VPCLOS dude walking into the bathroom is one hell of thing to do now walking to the bathroom back it forth hurts like shit I just wanna go to sleep but anyway therapy starts in two days so I look forward to that and also I look forward to getting back to my usual self again

[@1VPCLOS]

@@23kmedia23 100% true on bathroom first couple of days. Sux. I am hopeful once swelling goes down walking without crutches will come next. Even though spring/summer may be a bust as far as actvities i think a year from now i will be so happy i went through with it. Good luck on recovery. Post up process if you can. I may do the same once i can get to a point where doing it is not so challenging. 👊🤙

[@nuhaal-basri7376]

Thanks for sharing. Am going to undergo ACL surgery in 2 weeks

[@Famvestor]

Best of luck! It’s a long recovery journey but I think worth it

[@montykamal3569]

Just had mine 2 weeks ago actually is painful the first 4 days and after that just been patient for the healing

[@Famvestor]

Yea its rough, hope your recovery goes well.

[@innathalaa5017]

Had my acl surgery 1 week ago as an sports person it is an worst night mare i ever had seeing my knee bulged iam so worried and scared hoping for a soon recovery

[@Famvestor]

Yea it’s rough. But I tried to live with a broken ACL for over 2 years. Always rei hiring it and swelling for days… I’m glad I finally got the surgery. A long recovery but now I am back to playing volleyball.

[@Marwanalmaqdisi]

Got my surgery this Friday and I'm just tryna prepare myself but I'm still really anxious

[@rachelhayes3331]

Having my second acl reconstruction and meniscus repair on April 14th. First one was in January of 2021. I did not get a pain blocker so I woke up in a lot of pain after surgery. Hoping it is better this second time.

[@Famvestor]

This is for the same knee or opposite knee? Good luck!

[@rachelhayes3331]

@@Famvestor same knee unfortunately

[@sumanlata01]

​@Rachel Hayes why again? I am planning to get my acl surgery next month.

[@rachelhayes3331]

@@sumanlata01 I ruptured my acl again and my medial meniscus tore again as well. Not entirely sure how it happened again but it did. I got surgery on it though April 14.

[@sumanlata01]

@Rachel Hayes oh dear..that sounds terrible.. was it during the rehab you broke it again? Wish you speedy recovery 👍

[@mamoodiadawin]

Just had my ACL, Meniscus and MCL, luckily my ACL was just ripped a little and didn’t need reconstruction, the surgeon put a biodegradable graft to support the healing. This is day two and the pain is hitting hard today. Hopefully it gets better from here 💪

[@Famvestor]

Hope its doing better, keep icing and elevating!

[@jaydagilbert8525]

I just got my acl and meniscus surgery and my nerve blocker didn’t work but my foot was numb for a few hours after words. But when I woke up after the surgery it was the worst pain ever

[@Famvestor]

That's rough, sorry to hear that.

[@philipcrass]

I experienced exactly what you said today

[@07lacha]

What was it like 7 months post op? I feel alottt of discomfort around my meniscus

[@jaydagilbert8525]

@@07lacha I didn’t have any problems then. I was still in pt and started playing softball again but I wasn’t cleared so I didn’t do much but I didn’t have any discomfort in my meniscus just a little pain here and there from starting to do more then what I was.

[@07lacha]

@@jaydagilbert8525 was your meniscus repaired or the doc removed a part of it?

[@4fitty]

Man I’m stressing I got this surgery for my acl and meniscus coming up in a week I got to do my left leg then 6 weeks after do my right leg 🤦‍♂️i broke both my knees and my ligaments a year ago and I’m finally getting the surgery done 🙏

[@Famvestor]

Oh man that sounds rough. They are doing both knees at the same time?

[@4fitty]

No they are doing my left knee February 5th and then 6 weeks after they will do my right leg

[@UmairAlikhan-k9h]

I also do an acl surgery 5 days ago

[@dentelly]

I'm 15 hours in from ACL/ meniscus surgery, no pain as of yet, my orthopedic told me to take low dose of the Tylenol to weaken some of the pain

[@javahere]

Just had my ACL done yesterday, and the pain is excruciating. The meds do help, but stay on a schedule, when they wear off, wow it hurts. I'm 51yrs old and rhis was a soccer injury, i'd like to play again but i don't want to go through this again. Doctor said don't expect to play for 12mo.

[@Famvestor]

Sounds about right.

[@Hector61ful]

I have my surgery tomorrow, nervous and a lil scared but I’m ready to be able to trust my knee with no more pain😭🙌🏽

[@Famvestor]

Best of luck, hope it all goes well!

[@rando2479]

Lol same I’m getting another mri scan cause it has gotten worse🥺🥺🥺😭😭😭

[@Hector61ful]

@@rando2479 hope things get better!! 😭🙌🏽

[@rando2479]

@@Hector61ful pls tell me Is it hard, how long was recovery, what was the pain like for u before surgery like before you knew what had happened to you ACL

[@Hector61ful]

@@rando2479 I’m 12 days post op, and well I’m still not able to put full weight on it but I’m doing my exercises and physical therapy ! And as for the pain before the surgery it varied, depending on what movements I did it felt no pain but it wouldn’t bend all the way and I knee would Buckle and that would be painful and annoying

[@batiso]

I did mine today and I’m after taking my first pill of oxycodone at the surgery center, I feel no pain unless I try to move. The pain I felt immediately after I woke up from the surgery was brutal. Never felt anything like it.

[@Famvestor]

How’s recovery going?

[@batiso]

@@Famvestor , it’s going good. Day 2 to 13 was worst than I expected. It was very painful and pain meds did not help at all. My bending measurement is at 115 as of yesterday. I still feel pain on my knee car area though.

[@nicolunz8685]

How do you feel now after a few months? Oxycodone hasnt done much for me either, but Just had my surgery for full acl and meniscus tear and im curious! Praying for your speedy recovery🙏

[@jtbrokenharted]

He said catch a frisbee? Thats exactly how I tore my ACL. Catching a dang frisbee lol. I did catch it tho. Im post surgery now. Nervous. Thanks for this video. It helps.

[@Famvestor]

Lol I am a Ultimate player, and that how I tore my right ACL too...

[@FlyingBJJSHlT]

Surgery for me is tomorrow morning at 6am! I tore my ACL, MCL and Lateral Meniscus, and everything except my ACL is healed.

[@Famvestor]

Good luck!

[@nickschneiders9549]

i get my surgery tomorrow. i’m scared shitless. but this video kinda made me feel better

[@McMcPherson]

How you feeling I’m 3 days post op today

[@Famvestor]

Hope it all went well, best of luck on recovery!

[@tawannaclark5868]

Just had my ACL Reconstruction Surgery yesterday. Because of the nerve blocker I was good pretty much still numb. Just a little pain when coming up the steps & getting up to use the bathroom. Around 9:30 the numbness started wearing off. Now the pain is in full force. I’m taking Tylenol & the Oxycodone I feel like nothing is working it just put me to sleep. Tried to start the home exercise but really is unable will try again tomorrow.

[@frankginn7435]

Today is the third day of my acl surgery they did the patellar pain is little to none I haven’t done any icing/compression/elevating just letting it heal

[@Famvestor]

Icing really helped with pain management for me.

[@kennylopez406]

Having my ACL and meniscus repair surgery tomorrow 😳‼️ This will be my first real surgery ever so I'm anxious but also excited to start the journey to recovery. Pain is very subjective but when I initially did the injury it was by far the worst pain of my life. Hoping the post surgery pain isn't as bad. All I can say I've heard from several people don't try to play hero, there's no medals for not taking your pain meds and if you get behind it's super hard to catch up once the pain breaks through. Good luck to anybody going through this, I feel ya ‼️ Much love from AZ 🏜️😎

[@akanicolerocks711]

Any update?

[@Slickkk02]

Crazy how you had no pain after surgery, just had mine yesterday and it was so painful and I’m still in horrible pain

[@Famvestor]

Sorry to hear that… have you been icing? That’s was the best pain management for me. And I definitely had pain, especially when I moved my leg in certain ways. Just was able to manage it without the heavy drugs.

[@Slickkk02]

@@Famvestor I’ve only iced it once, I’ll try it more! Your videos were really helpful!

[@joehenry9546]

@@Slickkk02 , did you opt for the nerve Block?

[@Slickkk02]

@@joehenry9546 I got the nerve block and would really recommend it! I’m cleared now 100% and back to normal every day stuff and sports

[@hardtrailrider]

@@joehenry9546 what is nerve Block?

[@andreaspalassis8288]

in 2 weeks i m having exaclty the same surgery in my right knee , acl and minicus. I m a bit anxious but i m sure everything will go well and i ll come back stronger

[@SMEbeats]

How’s it going? I get mine in a few days…

[@gothicyid]

I'm having surgery next week. I tend to vomit when in a lot of pain so I really hope they put me to sleep but also scared to have lots of pain after.

[@Famvestor]

Yea I was put to sleep. Good luck!

[@PROJECT_HEMI]

Gotta do acl surgery and a mcl repair glad I came across your videos

[@AdrenalineLegends]

Hope you are ok... how did it happen

[@jorielynnpeacock7907]

I'm having ACL reconstruction surgery on December 11...pretty scared to tell ya all the truth... I frequently pass out from pain...

[@narcisogarcia8112]

You will be fine. I am going to have my ACL surgery Friday, December 13, 2024

[@sargun9641]

@@narcisogarcia8112how did it go?

[@venomousgamer1199]

Hey literally just had my acl surgery done today man and I also had a little tear in my miniscus

[@Famvestor]

The road to recovery begins. Was the meniscus shaved or stitched?

[@traviswilliams9496]

This is crazy I had the same ACL/Meniscus surgery on Halloween of this year 10/31/24. I am almost 2 weeks Post Op.

[@CrazyMike69]

Thanks for recording this I'm having surgery tomorrow

[@Famvestor]

Howd it go?

[@CrazyMike69]

@@Famvestor it would good man. It was really hurting when I got back to my place but I'm doing ok. I'm getting so norcos tomorrow wish I had them now

[@CrazyMike69]

@@Famvestor always having alot of muscle spasms

[@baironramirez2435]

Same

[@ramonatillery5645]

You was a Trooper with No pain meds ....I couldn't do it. I'm going soon to my surgeon to discuss my knee surgery. I had 6 surgeries within 2 years. I was so tired, I was to have more surgeries until I said "Time Out" 🚫 But now I hurt my knee🤦🏻‍♀️ The 3 worst surgeries that I've had so far are my 2 back surgeries & a tendon transfer in my ankle/lower leg = the worst pain ever. I said that I'd rather have another baby instead of going through that kind of pain. Good Luck 🍀 to all that is going through any kind of surgery 🙏🏻

[@Famvestor]

Wow sounds like an absolute nightmare, wishing you all the best of luck with recovery!

[@jasonshen4404]

Hello sir, this video is extremely helpful! I will have my surgery by 11/26 soon.. super nervous about what would i do in daily life after surgery. Mostly, i am wondering in the first week, how was it possible for your to use the restroom and to take shower? Thank you!

[@mondragon-mel]

Just got out of surgery I haven't felt an intense amount of pain but I'm scared it will come tmr even worse

[@Famvestor]

Keep up with the Tylenol every 4 hours or so.

[@familyfamily575]

I had my injury in mid December skiing, and I’m having surgery on the 22nd march. My surgery is in Austria so I have to stay in hospital for a few days- I’m pretty nervous but my mum is flying to Vienna to be with me, so I hope it will be fine. Can’t imagine doing it without my mum, makes me cry thinking of it!

[@Famvestor]

Sorry to hear it. My wife is half Austrian. I loved Innsbruck. Anyway good luck with surgery. I hear strengthening your legs before surgery can help quicken recovery.

[@Lovely_Couple2024]

Sir mere pair me legament enjury ho gya hai aur halka sa sujan hai kafi dawa karne per bhi dard to Kam ho gya lekin sujan Ja he nahi rha hai 3 month dawa kiye hai. Kya kare sir uchit upay bataye

[@zoebkha9846]

Hey bro thanks for sharing your journey it prepared me mentally And good part,had surgery a month before everything went very smooth 😊😊

[@Famvestor]

Hope your back to walking normally now.

[@zoebkha9846]

@@Famvestor yes, but limping a little

[@clairepham2989]

I like the thing that you rest your leg on. what is it called?

[@clairepham2989]

I found it on your video description. Thanks a lot.

[@Famvestor]

Your welcome. Good luck on your recovery.

[@dhruvkapur7]

Had my ACL/MCL yesterday. Just woke up and it’s 9am. Pain is really bad but bearable, just sucks that I can’t do my daily tasks.

[@ghandourgh3909]

Hey, i hope your doing well now, im having my surgery in 2 days and i want to thank you for sharing your experience.❤️

[@Famvestor]

How did everything go, you running yet?

[@katieleonhardt]

Bbhhhhhj

[@marjuliafreeney8763]

Just got knee surgery for a torn ACL & meniscus in my right knee 3 days ago. The oxycodone is not working for me & I have had the most trouble getting comfortable to & from the bathroom. Someone please give me tips to feel better faster!

[@Famvestor]

It’s rough in the beginning. Hope it’s getting better now

[@marjuliafreeney8763]

@@Famvestor it's better now. I took the brace off today, washed up by myself, & I can place my foot flat on the floor. I'm grateful.

[@robsas6610]

My first thought when I saw the video title Day 1 - What to expect.... Was "a shit load of pain!!!". 😂🤣 Day one was the very worst, not much better on day 2 but after that I got better each day. I'm now into week 3 and the movement in my knee I'm told is better than it should be at this stage. Onwards and upwards.

[@Famvestor]

Hey great to hear good luck in your journey!

[@sledonyt]

just got my acl surgery day 2 rn hurts bad

[@Famvestor]

Good luck first days are rough!

[@devonebowen702]

I’m going to get my surgery now

[@Famvestor]

Best of luck on your recovery

[@RohithCIS]

I tore my meniscus and ACL in a bike accident. The ER somehow missed it and I was walking around without a functional ACL for over a year. Later when I landed from a high jump on a trek, Fulll ACL tear. Got a full reconstruction and Both Medial and Lateral Meniscus Posterior Horn repaired. Was back to walking normally in 20 days exact. Close to zero pain. Only pain was when I pushed myself too hard one day 1 week in and the swell grew a bit. Otherwise A-OK. And my anasthesia was spinal. It took a day to wear off and another for my head to snap out of it completely. My advice is to take a lot of fluids eventhough the trips to the bathroom is cumbersome.

[@Famvestor]

Glad you liked it. Best of luck on your recovery

[@aditiraman22]

Hi, came across your videos. I have my acl and meniscus surgery scheduled in 5 days. I'm nervous!

[@MustafaA186]

How do you feel now ? Is it recommended ? I have a partial tear in my ACL

[@Famvestor]

Hmm partial year, I had full tears. I definetly don’t regret it and would recommend. Not sure about partial tear though…. Does it really effect you?

[@MustafaA186]

@@Famvestor my leg muscles getting weaker,however I’m doing sports to strengthen it ,,how do you feel after the surgery ? , is your knee functioning normally I mean when it comes to gym or other activities where you need to bend your leg.

[@charlesxavier2926]

I had this surgery today will see tomorrow when the nerve block goes away and it's my first PT DAY

[@Famvestor]

Good luck hope it’s been going well

[@meghanortega1760]

How the hell you have no pain??? I just got out of surgery a few hours ago and any movement is excruciating pain!! Like 10/10 I cry when using crutches I don’t. Even have to put weight on it for jt to hurt..

[@kf84]

I have mine next week! Super helpful video!!

[@Jaszt94]

I had mine today what is your best advice for the first couple of days ?

[@samuelgutierrez7707]

I was wondering having ACL and meniscus surgery in October. I work from home, do you think I need to put a short term leave of absence or I should be good in a couple of days to work at a desk?

[@TheHui]

From my experience it’s best to take at least the first 2 weeks off. The ACL graft and hamstrings tend to be quite weak. And moving around doing simple things like going to the toilet it’s best to have someone just watch over you and make sure you don’t topple over. Some people manage fine but I’m pretty sure the Surgeon will tell you himself to take a bit of time off at least.

[@chubbsy10]

How is he not in pain. I had my ACL done 4 days ago and the first 48 hrs were painful. Every time I moved an inch I felt like my knee was ripping apart. I must be so out of shape

[@Famvestor]

Hope its better now, first 10-days are rough!

[@er1417]

I just got the results of my MRI and I need surgery, I’m devastated knowing I won’t be able to play for a while but it is what it is. How long after your injury did you have surgery? And were you walking before surgery or crutches

[@Famvestor]

So I was always able to walk before surgery, after a few weeks of my body healing itself and swelling going down I could even run on it no problem, but the problem was before the surgery I kept tweaking it and it would swell up. I didn't get surgery for like 3 years, and in that time I probably tweaked my knee every other month. I needed crutches after surgery for like the first few days. I think I started running like after 3 months. But I didnt start actively playing sports again till like 15 months.

[@Joemommaaaa4k]

Hi I do have a question I will be going into surgery for my acl next month all tho after they injected the thing into your arm how long did it take you to go to sleep ?

[@anthonysantoro1988]

Had a simple meniscus shave surgery back in freshman year in highschool im now a junior and just tore my ACL and meniscus have my surgery in 2 days😭

[@anuradham4019]

I have a doubt.. do you feel both legs are same.. is there no difference?? Can you use your right leg as same as left leg??

[@dannybello3677]

Hey bro I just gotten my reconstruction of my acl Qs do I have to wear the bracelet while I'm going to sleep time

[@Famvestor]

Yes they recommend wearing the brace to sleep everyday for the first month. I only wore it till day 10 though and risked it.

[@dannybello3677]

@@Famvestor another qs bro Its gonna b 5 days already since the surgery When can I possibly shower myself while wearing this bracelet 🤔 on ..... Also how many hours in the first week were u able to sleep thru

[@dannybello3677]

Again I really appreciated 🙏 ur feedback Its been a long journey for me going thru this hard times n try to cope with it 😪

[@samanthasimcox8024]

I had my acl surgery yesterday morning and I have no brace unsure why you did? I can fully weight bare and extend it and I actually slept pretty well. What I will say is I chose the spinal anaesthesia rather than general and when the feeling came back the pain was immense and had me in tears 😭 but after my meds and by the evening it was really really manageable and I actually managed to sleep really well last night though I did set an alarm to wake up to take my painkillers as they recommended not letting them lapse. Having done my exercises they are already better on day two so hopefully recovery is going to be quick 🤞

[@myleswarren3206]

I had my surgery this morning it was my left knee.

[@Famvestor]

Best of luck on your recovery!

[@myleswarren3206]

@@Famvestor thank you bro

[@TrayVito-k3e]

I’m about to do my first ever knee surgery I torn my MCL AND ACL wish me luck 😊