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How long will it be till i can walk again after acl reconstruction?

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Dr. Mark Galland answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Ask your surgeon...: For a copy of their protocol. This answer depends on several things: 1) surgical technique, 2) meniscal status, 3) quad control. 4) pain, 5) swelling. Your therapist and surgeon will be able to help you figure out what is best for you. Note that any meniscal repair may slow your ability to put weight on your leg to protect the repair, but is worth it in the long run (prevent arthritis).

Answered 11/27/2017

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Depends: From personal experience after a complete acl cadaver reconstruction and meniscus "shaving".......Sooner than you think if you work hard in physical therapy and were reasonably fit to start with! if you are overweight- no idea. I walked with a crutch the next day - and played on a tennis team 6 months later. Take the rehab seriously & you can walk within a week..Good luck.

Answered 12/17/2013

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