ACL Surgery 2021 - Day 1 & 2 - Crutches, Drugs, Getting In Car, Sleeping and Peeing

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
Sleeping
Peeing
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[@ayokikando]

Have surgery in 10 hours. Found your channel. Thank you for documenting your journey and I hope you healed 100% from both. I am confident I am going to get through this.

[@sufianayon5033]

bro ignore all the negativity its more of a mental game Ive also torn my acl and will have to do a surgery and im frightened and feeling like what have I done with myself

[@Famvestor]

Best of luck. Hope it went well

[@dasilvasurfer3160]

I tore my acl, having surgery in a month, I’m pretty scared. I’m 19 and this is my first major injury and i like playing a lot of sports. How is your recovery going?

[@ztunned2745]

⁠@@dasilvasurfer316016 getting surgery for my meniscus in one week, how’s your recovery going? Pretty anxious

[@shadowwrld24]

just had acl and meniscus surgery 2 1/2 weeks ago. i feel like the luckiest man in the world. my anesthesia took 4 days to wear off so for 4 days, i didnt leave my bed, was very careful w what i ate bc i knew i wouldnt be able to go to the bathroom to sh*t. on day 4 i had to see the doctor bc the anesthesia should have worn off and we were worried. the walk to the car, and then from the car back to the bed was some of the worst pain ever. but manageble. anesthesia wore off by day 6, but i was never in any real pain, never woke up midsleep in pain, never had any trouble really. time flew and now im just focused on recovering and my therapy. i guess the anesthesia taking forever to wear off was a blessing in disguise

[@dangermouse2837]

Genuinely happy for you bro, wouldn't wish this day 2-4 pain on anyone! Your body smashed it with the delay lol

[@shadowwrld24]

@@dangermouse2837 thank you that means a lot🙏🏽 i have only heard of that day 2-4 pain but im just thankful to not have experienced it. btw im walking now still trying to move up to running

[@DemX2Creation]

​@@shadowwrld24am experiencing it as we speak my friend it's no joke I've been pressing the painkillers button since yesterday noon 😢 am super pain

[@manthanangadi6732]

Lucky that the anesthasia did not wear off

[@shadowwrld24]

@@DemX2Creation I wish you the best on your recovery my friend

[@christophertepox1821]

I just saw your first ACL recovery video and I was wanting to check your progress over a year and saw you tore your left as well. I’m literally going through the same thing as well. I had my second surgery October 1 so basically around the same time and it’s surprising seeing someone else with bilateral ACL tears. I’m wishing you a speedy recovery bro, it’s only up from here

[@frankyblue10]

I just had my first ACL and meniscus repair surgery in October 1 too, on my right knee. it's been 7 months and I haven't been doing too much excersices, some days I do nothing at all :/ and I just had a biodex test and my right knee it was 50% weaker than my left knee, so I have to really work on it... How things are going for you? I hope your doing well

[@UCSAnkitGirase]

Heyy Christopher I hope your doing good now. Can you pls tell me how much time it takes to recover ? And I also want to ask the crutches. Which type of crutches we should use after ACL surgery, can you pls suggest me some ?

[@UCSAnkitGirase]

@@frankyblue10 hope you're doing well sir. How are you now?

[@anujkharat21]

​@@UCSAnkitGiraseI'm using a walker if that helps you. It's height adjustable

[@maaddman2444]

Just had surgery this morning. I cannot thank you enough for your content on this insane subject . I’m going though it right now 😮‍💨

[@Famvestor]

Good luck, first days are rough

[@mohammedyousufmirza5825]

I have my surgery after 2 days. Does it hurt after the surgery??

[@maximilianogarcia597]

Bro I just got my ACL reconstructed and I just want to give you a big shoutout for all the time you spent making these videos. Peace and love from Dallas, TX

[@Famvestor]

Thanks hope it helps you!

[@JadyA]

So sorry Sunny Praying for speedy recovery! You are a strong man

[@Famvestor]

Thanks Jady!

[@ryanpeck9648]

Just had my acl and meniscus surgery 2 days ago. I was very nervous going in. I wanna let anyone know that’s has to go through this as well that ur gonna get through it. The pain is a 3/10, I haven’t taken anything but Tylenol. Worst part is not being able to move around and live ur normal life.

[@Famvestor]

Glad it wasn’t too bad. And similar pain experience for me. Sleep gets better after about day 10.

[@9erfanatic1]

I am day 3 from meniscal repair and ACL reconstructive surgery. I know exactly how you felt with movement. Hope all has been progressing better since this post.

[@CubbyBear87]

I had mine both repaired last Friday. The pain can get interesting but I have been able to tolerate mine ok. Haven’t had a pain pill since Sunday.

[@9erfanatic1]

@@CubbyBear87 amazing to hear.

[@hahaharden2506]

how are u now

[@nova011]

I saw all your acl videos, Including your right acl. I just had my surgery last Tuesday, so I'm on day 8. Your videos are so helpful man, thanks. Praying for a fast and smooth recovery for you.

[@Famvestor]

Hey Nova thanks for the comment! Glad your recovery is going well. I feel like things got a lot better for me at Day 10! Hope you have a smooth recovery too!

[@UCSAnkitGirase]

Heyy @Nova how are you now ?? How much time it takes to recover ? And what type of crutches we should use after ACL surgery ? If anyone know plss can you suggest me

[@yasiralansari5777]

Was it a fast recovery after surgery?

[@nova011]

I got off the crutches like 2 weeks. However, it wasn't easy. For me the full recovery was 2 years. I mean I walk around now not eeling any pain or concern on my knee. I forget that I had surgery on it. Physical therapy is the key. DO NOT MISS YOUR PHYSICAL THERAPY.

[@fernandobriseno3677]

I got my ACL surgery today, and these videos help me with my mood swings

[@Famvestor]

Glad they help I’m one year out at this point. It gets better everyday.

[@zecharymiller5824]

I did the same thing...feel your pain. Left ACL in 2014 and now right ACL in late 2021. Have surgery tomorrow. Tough road ahead but I'm confident.

[@ffassualt1671]

Great to see your confidence, how you are doing?? What's the time required for full recovery?

[@sufianayon5033]

i want to tell you something ive also torn my acl and meniscus of left leg and will have to do surgery lots of guys telling lots of things about the surgery but watching you has given me strength but there is something to worry I’ve got my leg muscle shrinking i dont know what to do this is like the end of the world for me as a 21 year old but brother watching you has eased me a lot

[@Famvestor]

Good luck! And glad the videos are helping.

[@vincentlee2107]

Oh Man, I thought I was clicking the old video......wait....wtf! it is new one! hope you have a quick recovery.

[@Famvestor]

Yea it’s taken a bit for me to come to terms with it emotionally and mentally… but it happened and at least now I am getting better everyday. Thanks!

[@Javenjerrel]

Bro your story is similar to mines except it was basketball. I ended tear both of my acls my first one in 2020, a complete tear with slight tears in the lateral meniscus. I fought tooth and nail to come back but man i wish i found this video/channel. Fast forward to 2023 two months ago i tore my left acl.. like you i felt i never had problems with my left. I had finally joined a league to compete in and 5 games in i go down in the final minutes. I had surgery Friday on the 28th I’m 5 days in and I’m going to definitely tune in to your videos and hopefully comeback to full strength. You inspire me my man. Side note in high school i was a player who was battle hardened. Most “injuries” never bother me or slowed me down. That was the first time i ever tore anything. Now both torn/repaired 2years apart. I feel as though i have nerve damage in my right foot. Due to many reasons.

[@Famvestor]

Sorry to hear your on the same journey. Wishing you the best of luck. Check our knees over toes guy to strength up after the first year or so.

[@EveryotherKarl]

So sorry it happened again, hope you have a speedy recovery. Very informative video.

[@JoshuaTraylor-ko2ve]

Just had my ACL surgery on the 31st and I’ll definitely say the hardest thing for is getting over the tightness of my knee and the stiffness. My doctor used the internal brace technique for mine because my ACL tore from the top of the femur. The pain was bad for one day but overall the whole experience is not as bad as I imagined it, but it’s definitely enough to make me retire 😂😂

[@Famvestor]

Best of luck on your recovery

[@andyjosue7216]

I got my acl and meniscus repair 2 days ago and omg the pain is crazy . Like wtf 😬 . Not even the pain meds help .

[@Famvestor]

They might have missed the location with the nerve blocker. Are you icing? Icing was the best pain management. I was icing constantly.

[@andyjosue7216]

@@Famvestor yeah I’ve been icing and it been helping but . During the day the pain is controllable as soon the night comes pain is intense I might be doing something wrong 🤷‍♂️

[@Oktover24]

How’re you doing now

[@Famvestor]

@@Oktover24 Doing well, finished my olympic triathalon and about to do a 2.4 mile swim in a few weeks. I'll come out with a video soon.

[@steelcitybullyz6843]

I chicken out today on my acl surgery. Sucks cause I’m so confused about needing the surgery.

[@janessajeremy0407]

I just did my acl reconstruction meniscus repair on both sides and no pain because of the blockers enjoying the video very informative

[@Famvestor]

Glad it was helpful!

[@stephenwheeler9307]

youre a trooper bro. my pain is unbearable so I have to take the meds. They gave me tramadol which isn't as potent, but frankly it doesn't really cancel the pain entirely. Ugh, day 2 but I think I am doing better

[@Iskorkaterina]

How are you doing now?!

[@stephenwheeler9307]

@@Iskorkaterina doing amazing now. Started running and whatnot, still deal with soreness but overall I’m able to do small jumps with me hurt knee. The only scary thing is the little clicks that my knee makes but it’s great!!!

[@georgelavaka8720]

Just had the same operation 2 days ago. Your videos helped a lot!

[@datWAYNEtrain]

Had my surgery at 2pm today. It's now 2am. Pain levels about a 3-4/10 but I have the lil machine attached that pumps meds every 30 minutes. Took only 1 Tylenol so far for the day, outside of the meds being pumped. Thanks for your video, very insightful. Best of luck to everyone else going through it! 1 day at a time 🦿

[@haniffolami5997]

Yo get back stronger 🤲🏾🤲🏾🤲🏾🤲🏾❤️

[@Famvestor]

Thanks! Best of luck on your recovery!

[@cynthiamaybunya4622]

Ryan Peck 1 month ago Just had my acl and meniscus surgery 2 days ago. I was very nervous going in. I wanna let anyone know that’s has to go through this as well that ur gonna get through it. The pain is a 3/10, I haven’t taken anything but Tylenol. Worst

[@thomasedison3040]

Damn bro keep this videos up they are very informative and helpful. I wish you a speedy recovery you got this 🙏.

[@Famvestor]

Thanks Thomas! I’ll be uploading more vids.

[@manuelunzueta6475]

2nd time around, the first week is definitely the worst, once p.t. starts it all about hitting milestones. Thank you kindly for the content,

[@Jaycee-kb4bp]

One would think it's all cool after the surgery but The journey begins after the surgery. I had mine just 3days ago, only got home today after spending 3days in the hospital. I had a local regional anaesthesia which gave me an opportunity to watch the whole process via screen. But I had POUR (Post Operation Urine Retention) so stay strong if you're just beginning this journey like me

[@angeldiego1994]

¡Gracias!

[@Famvestor]

Wow Diego thank you so much, the first money I’ve ever received on KZbin! Thanks so much!

[@M1llrtym2193]

Bro your pain tolerance must be crazy. I just had mine and I’m having the hardest time laying down and sleeping. It’s like constant pressure on my knee

[@Carol0571]

My 16yo I'd a terrible patient but not able keep his left straight and not icing as much as he should

[@juanitoo4050]

I just got my surgery going through tough times rn I’m just praying in can be able to live my life normal seeing this make me feel that I’m not alone I’m glad you made this videos day 4 currently and I feel really sad

[@Famvestor]

I hope things are getting more normalized now, it’s rough in the beginning , but get through the first month and you should be able to start doing your normal daily stuff outside of being active.

[@jaygee2006]

How’s it going

[@filmlifeaway]

My surgery is for tomorrow, November 30. First time. Keep making these videos, if possible! Very informative. Hope you feel better!!

[@filmlifeaway]

Also, volleyball got me too! 🙃

[@Famvestor]

Oh best of luck! Yes I plan to release another one probably tonight or tomorrow. I am on Day 5, significantly better than day 1 especially in terms of sleeping.

[@abhinayak5725]

Hey bro how u feeling now?

[@filmlifeaway]

@@abhinayak5725 it took almost a full year, but I'm at about 90%. I still do heavy PT 2 a week. Did you tear yours?

[@abhinayak5725]

@@filmlifeaway ya 🥺

[@RatiKekana]

I just done my ACL surgery but I don't feel that much pain at all,I sleep in peace first time but I thought I was gonna feel so much pain but I'm so strong and feeling great❤I feel way better now it's only been day 2 and some shocking on my knee but I feel good

[@Famvestor]

Awesome to hear, good luck on recovery!

[@TheDemidius]

Thanks for the vlogs. I've found them super helpful. I also did my left ACL playing volleyball, same scenario. I've got surgery next week. Wish me good luck.

[@jessicawinn134]

About to go through this in 48 hours. thank you for posting your experience! Super helpful

[@Famvestor]

glad it was helpful, how did it go?

[@Abdulkadir1998]

Oh noooooo 😭 i thought this was your last one, hope a speedy recovery you are a pro at this now so recovery should be even quicker. Im 5 weeks in atm. Your videos are informative and inspirational. Keep up the good work

[@Famvestor]

Thanks yep on Day 4, will be providing more updates. Definetly helps knowing what’s coming, but not looking forward to it either…

[@tuna819]

Getting ACL surgery in a few hours😭 thanks for these videos

[@Famvestor]

Good luck hopefully everything went well!

[@TopBoi93]

Great video bro, please keep us updated. Especially on the rehab exercise to do and how often etc. I got my acl surgery next week!

[@Famvestor]

Oh man good luck, let me know how it goes, and I go to rehab today for the first time. It’s Day 3, I’ll be making more videos. I’m also planning to do a lot more acupuncture this time, since it’s supposed to help a lot with swelling.

[@TopBoi93]

@@Famvestor thanks bro. Can rehab exercises be done from the first day? Also what is the pain like? People keep saying it’s next level pain?! Keep us updated bro.

[@Famvestor]

@@TopBoi93 yes my Doctor said From Day 1 to start. I was given Narcotics, but havent needed them, just been taking Tylenol every 5 hours.

[@TopBoi93]

@@Famvestor I appreciate it. Is the pain crazy though? Can u describe it to me?

[@Famvestor]

@@TopBoi93 I would not say so. It’s like a very dull ache… but seems to get better every day. Icing definitely helps. I’ve been icing a large part of the day with the ice machine and taking a Tylenol every 5 hours.

[@cynthiamaybunya4622]

Ryan Peck 1 month ago Just had my acl and meniscus surgery 2 days ago. I was very nervous going in. I wanna let anyone know that’s has to go through this as well that ur gonna get through it. The pain is a 3/10, I haven’t taken anything but Tylenol. Worst part is not being able to move around and live ur normal life

[@Famvestor]

Hope recover is going well!

[@hahaharden2506]

how are you now

[@MarufBillah8991]

Really helpful playlist. ❤️ Could you please share the rehab protocol you got from your trainer/physio, if possible? Thank you so much.

[@gameshack1985]

Had mine done 4 days ago. I'm way ahead of you and I live alone with no help...I feel like The Terminator.

[@Famvestor]

Get after it Terminator!

[@gameshack1985]

@FamVestor well day 6 and I feel like shit now 😂😂

[@kingerishasa5818]

thank God for your recovery so long long those it takes you to move without clutches because I have my ACL surgery 5 months ago an I'm still working with clutches I'm afraid hope things get better for me

[@Famvestor]

You should be off crutches by now. Have you done to PT?

[@kingerishasa5818]

@@Famvestor know the doctor say PT will be in January which is 4 months ahead making it 10 months he say that the new Acl need to be stronger before pt can take place

[@olivervids8537]

Hey man I saw your videos for your right ACL tear, I’m sorry it happened to you again on your left leg, I hope ur doing better!

[@Famvestor]

Yea doing better bloating volleyball. Went skiing this winter. Ran a half marathon.

[@kalidharti1363]

On second day of my ACL in Pakistan. Was very helpful.

[@Famvestor]

Good luck, everyday gets better!

[@ringuabu2016]

I got my ACL tore back in 2021 right knee and now in 2024 I tore my left ACL knee .... coincidence u and I both had kind a same level of injury in both legs consecutively 😂 .... Wish u well brother hope u r doing well it takes more toll mentally then physically but I don't think I can ever stop myself from playing football

[@mohammedahmed661]

When you really get able to move freely and bear loads and go out after the surgery?

[@Infarlock]

Going to have my left ACL and interior meniscus (the one towards the body) surgery in october after a ski accident 3 months ago Happened to me just like it did to you, no warmup, just straight to the point and bam, after 10-15 mins of skiing it happened after a very bad turn I had to do For now I am doing physical therapies, doc said that it's better to do that for about half a year to get both legs strong enough so after the surgery I'll be able to recover much faster Thanks the videos

[@Famvestor]

Good luck!

[@Infarlock]

@@Famvestor We kinda decided to delay it in order to try rehab it, for now it's ok, but meniscus still causes pain when I fold or extend my knee, having another doctor appointment in a month, then we'll decide what we'll do, surgery or try to continue the rehab

[@MadhavRSub]

Hey there bro. Just had ACL reconstruction this morning. Thanks so much for your videos. Really helped me mentally prepare. So far have not needed anything other than tylenol, but small, accidental movements really hurt lol. Cold therapy really helps with pain management also.

[@Famvestor]

Hey glad to hear only tylenol has been working for you, yes Ice is key to stay off the meds. Hope recovery is continuing to go well for yoU!

[@MadhavRSub]

@@Famvestor thanks man! mobility is coming back day by day, and i am finally able to sleep pretty comfortably. Things are looking up!

[@UCSAnkitGirase]

Heyy Madhav hope you're doing well. How are you now??

[@MadhavRSub]

@@UCSAnkitGirase hi! i am much better now. Able to walk again and do single leg presses in the gym. I still have some tightness and swelling in my leg, but PT has really helped.

[@Matty-j1r]

Just got my acl n mensicius repaired yestefday and boy today its painful but well get there i also wasnt given a brace as my surgeon n didnt feel i needed one , cant lift my leg now feels like a dead weight supoose in time ill get there

[@YowieWowie_Fireflies]

I'm gonna have my ACL reconstruction surgery tomorrow. Saw your video today and it was really inspiring. May I know what kind of graft was used in your ACL surgery.

[@Famvestor]

Hamstring graft. Good luck!

[@YowieWowie_Fireflies]

@@Famvestor Thanks for the update boss. i) After a year of surgery, how are you now ? ii) Is the hamstring graft strong enough when compared to patellar bone tendon ? iii) Can you able to do all the normal works ( like sports, driving, running, cycling and heavy lifting ) as used to before the injury? I think these questions will help us all. Thanks in advance buddy.

[@MuslimSeyar]

Hi can you tell me about total cost of surgery acl

[@alnahedh]

Your videos are amazing. hope you are still doing well bro. May I ask where did you get this ROM brace? What brand/model it is and whether its available on amazon Thanks!

[@Famvestor]

Idk my doctors gave it to me… I think it’s donjoy immobolizer brace.

[@Ansh7ly]

I just had my surgery on Jan 2 and it’s Jan 20 today and everything is going great but I am still in grade 9 so I have to go back to school on Jan 22 Monday and I don’t know what to do, if anyone see this pls tell me what to expect and do.

[@haniffolami5997]

Take school off And try to recover g

[@Famvestor]

I think you’ll be fine. Just take some ice packs and ask if you can keep knee elevated.

[@Ansh7ly]

Thanks for the reply’s, I have been going to school for 2 weeks and now it’s going great, I have my friends carry my bag and I use lift to go up and down the floors and use crutches to move around, My doctor said I will be able to walk without my brace and crutches on 13 Feb so 8 days.

[@Ansh7ly]

@@haniffolami5997 I would but the school said no and my doctor said I able to go as long as I have ride from home and school which I do.

[@syedhaider9310]

Where did you go for your surgery and who did it?

[@imissmymom]

I have my ACL surgery coming Tuesday 23rd

[@abhishekjha8689]

I Hope you are feeling good now. I just had couple of questions. 1. Which type of anaesthesia was used for your ACL surgery? Was it injected in your spine or did they give you a general anaesthesia? 2. Did they used a Urinary Catheter as well in your operation?

[@Famvestor]

No catheter and pretty sure general anesthesia they pumped in from my arm.

[@princehanda2313]

Hello bro first thank you 😊 for these video , I have also acl ligament tear , Can you please tell what’s surgery done , It’s acl reconstruction internal brace with fibertaping or acl reconstruction with screw Am waiting for your reply please reply me 🙏🤗

[@Famvestor]

I did a hamstring graft.

[@GAMER-iq8kb]

I had my ACL surgery just now how do you poop? I am finding it hard to think

[@KarlaDiab]

Pain apparently is very different for each person I had surgery on ACL right knee plus repaired a meniscus tear and the pain the first 48hours was at least 8or 9 out of ten for me but on day three it got so much better that i switched from one oxycodone every four hours to 1/2 +2 Aleves every 4hrs , currently on day 4. The very worse pain comes when the nerve blocker effect goes away in my case it happened about 17hrs after surgery. So words of encouragement, the pain will pass just get through the first 48hrs.

[@Famvestor]

Sorry to hear that. Hope it’s betting better

[@ajisai3160]

What does the pain feel like? Is it a burning sharp or sore pain?

[@lamerasica]

@@ajisai3160it depends if it’s only your acl the pain is more sore but I tore my meniscus and acl so I felt sore and felt the burning after the soreness went away.

[@jerkaswede]

Thanks for the videos, pretty helpful - getting my ACL done (quad) on monday. Bit nervous about post-op pain. Managed to bear trough tearing it quite well and been doing rehab sine day 1 for two months now and have full mobility pretty much and have had almost no pain during this process, so hopefully that helps.

[@Famvestor]

Good luck!

[@jerkaswede]

@@Famvestor Thanks!

[@arhamnaseer1445]

Hey bro, i did quad too im 2 weeks post op. My biggest advice get a tens machine and make sure u do ur early healing. I did meniscus as well so my bending isnt good but make sure you get ur quad activated as early as you can

[@jerkaswede]

Thanks for the comment, I actually just ordered a tens/ems machine. When did you start using it pre-op? @@arhamnaseer1445

[@KhailioYoungblood]

Ur videos helps a lot man all the way from Lima Ohio

[@Famvestor]

Thanks! Best of luck on your recovery!

[@dasilvasurfer3160]

I tore my acl, having surgery in a month, I’m pretty scared. I’m 19 and this is my first major injury and i like playing a lot of sports. How is your recovery going?

[@Aaron-yy5km]

I cant believe you were putting weight on it that quickly. I just got my surgery yesterday. Should I be walking on it like that?

[@mrvaldez5691]

Just got may acl surgery 3 weeks ago, luckily i didnt experience too much pain post surgery, i didnt even have to take may meds for pain.i only have a brace and no crutches and i just walk. I dont like using crutches anyway 😁 but rehab... Oh its painful

[@bloodfeast123]

I'm having full acl reconstruction and meniscus debridement October 27.

[@tc7638]

Just got my acl and meniscus repair surgery yesterday omg today is rough.

[@Famvestor]

Yea man every day gets better though. Just make it through to day 10 and sleep gets so much better.

[@tc7638]

Aww ok thank you

[@karenshaffer2571]

My son just got his acl and meniscus fixed yesterday(monday). It has been rough. I am worried about getting him to pt on Thursday. Wondering your opinion on ice

[@nasri710]

About to have an ACL reconstructive surgery like yours with the use of the hamstring. Thanks for the video it helps a lot. Im wondering how long it took for you to walk without crutches? As a very active person my self Im going to go crazy if i cant walk for over a week or 2

[@Famvestor]

I am forgetting but I have week 2 and 4 videos.

[@PoojaPatil-vm8lm]

Thanks for sharing your video. How did you make a choice which tendon to use between, patella, hamstring and quad.

[@Famvestor]

Just my doctor’s recommendation for my level of activity and age.

[@filosofiaalfa1385]

Me operaron hoy muchachos , tecnica all inside , ligamento cruzado y sutura de menisco hace 10 horas , y estoy con la pata que me revienta y ver a esta persona por lo menos hacer estas cosas , me hace dudar en mi intervención, yo no puedo ni respirar del dolor 😢

[@Famvestor]

Best of luck

[@dawsonslife]

1 week after surgery rn. Idk how to sleep properly or do anything. Gona watch ur videos to relate and get some useful advice. Been laying so long to elevate, when is it safe to sit at my pc or some shi without worrying

[@Famvestor]

It’s rough I. The beginning. Should be better now right?

[@dawsonslife]

@@Famvestor hey. Yeah it’s a lot better now pain wise. I’m 3 weeks out now and my doctor finally let me go to the gym on crutches. I’m still non weight bearing til week6 though. Did you tear both your ACL’s? I think I saw your other videos but I’m not sure. That’s so scary and I can’t even imagine that happening again, how did it happen?

[@AzizKhan-wu6xr]

Hello brother, i would like to ask u a question Which type of Acl Surgery have been done to you? Is it All inside Acl surgery or Bioscrew Acl surgery? I hope you answer my question...means alot ❤😊

[@Famvestor]

They did a hamstring graft ACL reconstruction

[@xImWoody]

You’re a pro! Great videos man give us hope

[@Famvestor]

Lol yea unfortunately I am pro, thanks for the comment. Check out my other vids about my updates.

[@gina.feddersen]

So sorry. My son is 17 and going for ACL surgery in two weeks along with a meniscus tear repair.

[@shortcoursercracing4284]

I did the same thing in volleyball I jumped up at the net for a spike got the point but I landed on my left and my knee immediately folded and was in pain

[@devonm4980]

Just got complete acl surgery and stitches in my meniscus on Friday. Worst pain I’ve ever had

[@Famvestor]

Aw man good luck hope everything is doing much better now.

[@devonm4980]

@@Famvestor day 8 and it only hurts when I get up and walk with the crutches already putting weight on it while walking hopefully walking without crutches in 1-2 weeks

[@boymatmat]

@@devonm4980 how did it go? In 12 days i have an important thing to attend to, it’s been 5 days , will I be able to walk and go do that stuff ? (With braces of course) (i have to do a school test)

[@sristi8296]

Sir please let me know if you have post the video on exercises after acl and miniscus knee operation..

[@Famvestor]

Yes checked my other videos I have lots of exercises.

[@AmySmith-pt7pb]

May I know what kind of ACL reconstruction did you get? Was it tibialis anterior allograft?

[@adrianrios6340]

Recovering from knee surgery a quick tip I do to shower safe I add a stool in the tub

[@justinpavlik9634]

I just had my surgery yesterday. I’m laying in my recliner with my leg elevated. I tried to let me leg down and the pain was unbearable. Did you ever have the excruciating pain within the first 48 hours trying to move?

[@Famvestor]

Yea lot of little punches and surges of pain when moving it in the first few days.

[@Oktover24]

Just got my ACL surgery August 19th, 2022, I’m on day 3 and start PT today so I’m excited. Definitely one of the most challenging things I’m currently going through.

[@Famvestor]

How was PT?

[@Oktover24]

@@Famvestor I can weight bare following surgery without pain, still walking on crutches for the next week, can’t do straight leg lifts yet, but quad is firing up, PT is difficult, but one step at a time.

[@Famvestor]

@@Oktover24 Nice, wish you the best of luck, glad pain is going away!

[@UCSAnkitGirase]

@@Oktover24 how are now bro ??

[@perlagarcia7457]

Hey guys! I'm getting acl surgery tomorrow. I'm so scared. Any tips or any advice ! Please help a girl out

[@InterestSpy]

My ACL Reconstruction was yesterday and the pain I’m feeling right now is insane. The Oxy is not helping at all and it just makes me drowsy. So I’m supplementing with ibuprofen. Idk how I’m going to do PT the day after tomorrow, but hey…I know this is for the best.

[@Famvestor]

Have you been icing and elevating?

[@InterestSpy]

@@Famvestor yes. I’ve been icing every hour for 20 mins and elevating all day.

[@lizM1120]

I just had the bear implant surgery 5 days ago for my acl and meniscus can you guys help me on what I should be doing 😢I want to go back to normal I’m over whelmed I hate this

[@qalih]

Was that icemachine any good? Considering it myself

[@Carol0571]

Lots of allbran and some stool softeners.good to go

[@brodiebaker4013]

Just got my acl surgery on my left knee a week ago from today! Thanks for the videos, super helpful!!

[@Famvestor]

Your welcome best wishes on your journey

[@PAULNIEVES-qp6pc]

Bro how are you walking stairs day after you have to let it heal

[@angeldiego1994]

Thanks for your videos they are really helpful so I just the sam surgery and would like to know what's the name of the app to schedule the machine?

[@Famvestor]

I think the app just depends on what smart plug you use. I used an app called VeSync though.

[@jasonx409able]

Did anyone experience with the swelling. Today marks one week and it still swollen. I have a follow up on post op sept 30th should I do my excercises or wait for the swelling to go down? Anyone? Any suggestions?

[@Miata_life15]

So sorry bro I got diagnosed with Erlos Danals disease and I tore my acl and meniscus and mcl all at one on my left knee which I tore 3 yrs ago

[@Famvestor]

Sorry to hear that... sounds rough.

[@RobbinsMessi]

Isn’t it supposed to be less to no weight bearing on the repaired meniscus until it heals ?

[@Famvestor]

Yes for a stitched meniscus. But if they shave away the meniscus debris instead of repairing it, you cna immediately weightbear. Good for short-term not so good for long term.

[@stena_walks]

What is the ice machine called that you paid $50?

[@tsimonson49]

Curious as to why so soon for surgery? I ruptured my ACL, mild tear of MCL, medial meniscus tear, PLC sprain, popliteus and soleus strains and I’m over 4 weeks out and just doing physical therapy to make sure surgery is really the correct choice. I know people commonly believe an ACL rupture means instantly needing surgery but there’s some new evidence showing spontaneous healing of ACLs as well as data that shows no difference in osteoarthritis in the future from those who get surgery and those who don’t. I was told surgery can actually speed up arthritis. I appreciate this video though. I’m trying to see pain levels of different people and those who get nerve blocks and those who don’t etc in case surgery ends up being my only option if I can’t get stability.

[@Famvestor]

I tore my right ACL and waited three miserable years of constant knee sprains before getting ACL repair. So when this happened to my left knee got it right away and they only had one opening in three months and I was having a baby in four months so took the close slot.

[@tsimonson49]

@@Famvestor oh man 😩 that’s my biggest fear is dislocating again. I am still using at least one crutch and wearing my brace when I’m out and about. I totally get it with bad timing. I just had my second baby 5 almost 6 months ago. We have an almost 3 year old and an almost 6 month old and my hubs is the money maker for us so I stay home. It’s been tough. Im breastfeeding also so I don’t want to have to worry about the anesthesia and pain meds and stuff in my milk. Im super scared to have surgery though. I’m afraid of the pain after and the lengthy recovery. We don’t have the help we need at all 😅

[@Delinatorthe-jm7qg]

I got surgery on my acl almost a week ago and it took them three months to get me surgery. I have been having very little pain as of now I’ve been walking on it everywhere for the last 3 days. However I have had some horrible pain spikes and it’s not constant it’s only if I tweak it. But it’s like a very sharp burning pain and I haven’t ever felt anything like it i was wondering if anyone else has had that pain and if you know what it is.

[@enzo32497]

Just had surgery 5 days ago. The pain won't go away. I had ACL surgery on my right knee last 2014 and that didn't hurt as much.

[@Famvestor]

Do you have an ice machine? Are you using it.

[@enzo32497]

@@Famvestor Unfortunately, I don't have one. Living here in the Philippines has its limitations. I just resort to ice packs reduce the pain. Just got off my pain meds, a day ago.

[@Famvestor]

@@enzo32497 oh that’s too bad, I feel Ice was what saved me… otherwise yea I think the pain wouldve been too much.

[@enzo32497]

@@Famvestor The pain keeps me up at night. Veering away from pain killers so I won't be too dependent on them.

[@Famvestor]

@@enzo32497 yea I feel like I didn’t start sleeping decently till Day 10.

[@manvirsingh9307]

Hi brother hope you are doing well ! I got my left knee acl and Mis surgery can you tell me after how long your doctor told you to bend and put weight on it ?

[@Famvestor]

Was told not to go past 90degree bend and weight bear till 4 weeks after surgery.

[@sherifliveshere7282]

I just want to know, will thesame happen to me? i just did my left knee surgery, will there be a problem with my right when i finally get better? pleas tell me all i need to know to avoid a second surgery!

[@Famvestor]

No I dont think it has to happen, I think I am just biologically prone to having a weak ACL. My Dad and Brother both had ACL tears on both knees. But statistically if you have one ACL tear it is much higher to have a second tear on the other knee. Warm up well, and keep your knees strong by doing exercises!

[@sherifliveshere7282]

@@Famvestor ok thank you fam

[@muhammadaltaf9547]

Hope you quickly gonna well But I have also my acl injury and next month I go to my surgery and I am so worried 😟 😨

[@Famvestor]

Good luck! I am 12 months out now and just finished a Olympic triathlon

[@UCSAnkitGirase]

Heyy Muhammad bro how are you now ?

[@rrodriguez301071]

How long till you was back to driving ?

[@Famvestor]

Only a few days... since I didn't take pain killers and it was my left knee.

[@kristinamaray9554]

Did the colour of your affected leg changes after surgery? I had my right knee acl and medial and lateral menicus repair 2 weeks ago and I noticed that my leg becomes darker. I also felt some tenderness under my lateral side of the knee.

[@Famvestor]

I don’t think so other than some bruising. But I have heard others mentioning that.

[@Alimarie910]

Im curious why they had you walking the day of surgery? I just had mine - BTB graft and I’m not allowed to weight bear for 3 days. And I’m not allowed to walk until I go to PT until week 2

[@Famvestor]

Only 20% weight bearing on injured leg. I had to use crutches for first 4 weeks.

[@zachsonpub]

Almost 2 years later now, how are you doing with the knees?

[@Famvestor]

Doing pretty good, still get some stiffness on the back of the hamstring occasionally. I’d say I’m 92%. Still have a little trouble touching my ankle to my butt. Other knee is a lot easier. But I’m sure it will get there.

[@zachsonpub]

@@Famvestor That's good to hear. Are you actively working out still or do you passively push your knees in your day to day? I'm going to my first post op in a few hours. Luckily I didn't have to get the graft.

[@gothicyid]

I have no time off so I'll be back to working from my couch first and second day. Hoping I can do it with the meds. I don't have to move and can elevate my leg while I work but not sure about the pain level. Also how do you go number 2?

[@Famvestor]

Number 2 I did go to the toilet for. But didn’t have to go till day 2 or 3 I think. I think in general most people are constipated for a while after surgery.

[@theworldsbest3729]

Bro how were you able to get your surgery so quickly!? It took me 3 months from injury to get my surgery. Matter of fact I still haven't even had it yet, it's tomorrow 😂😂

[@Famvestor]

Not sure doctor had an opening… I saw him like two days after tearing.