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When is air travel post knee surgery(acl reconstruction) ok?
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Acl travel: I would wait at least a week before traveling on a plane. Recommend some type of blood thinner either prescription or ar least Aspirin to prevent blood clots. Also do not sit down for the whole flight.
Answered 6/24/2014
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