Knee surgery recovery gifts can make the difficult recovery just a little bit easier! No matter what time of year it is, consider giving your loved one a little pick-me-up after their knee surgery. Whether you’re shopping for someone else, or searching for some helpful gifts to ask for after ACL surgery this holiday season, …
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It’s been a year (and a month) since I had my second partial meniscectomy back in September 2022. In this 1 year update after a partial meniscectomy, I’ll share how my knee is doing now and how it’s been holding up since I returned to soccer. However, I highly recommend checking out my previous updates …
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For many youth soccer players, playing college soccer is the ultimate dream. For me, my college soccer career was one of the most important and transformative times of my life as a player and person. But it was nothing like I imagined it would be. I can’t remember exactly what I envisioned it would be …
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Swelling after ACL surgery can be a major roadblock in recovery, and it can also be quite a stubborn issue. After having 3 knee surgeries, I’ve learned a few things about handling some stubborn swelling. Yes, “RICE (rest, ice, compression, elevation) really does help with swelling, but there are a few tips that can make …
Returning to sport after an ACL surgery is about a lot more than your physical condition. It’s a huge mental challenge. To make it back to the activities you love, you have to know how to overcome fear and doubt after ACL surgery. The truth is that fear of re-injury or hesitation puts you at …
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In the long term, a meniscus repair is a great option for restoring knee function after a tear. But in reality, the success rate of a meniscus repair isn’t 100%. In fact, success rates for a meniscus repair range between 60% and 95%. So what happens if yours fails? What should you do if your …
After experiencing a total of 4 meniscus tears (two with an ACL tear and two on their own), I’ve come to know what a meniscus tear feels like. With my ACL surgery, I had two meniscus repairs (medial and lateral). One failed a year later, leading me to a partial meniscectomy. Three years later, that …
As of April 2023, I’m officially 5 years post-op after ACL reconstruction and meniscus repair! My ACL surgery recovery has certainly been a wild ride with many highs and lows. It definitely has not all been smooth sailing, but I’m happy to be back playing soccer professionally (currently in Turkey). Despite all of the updates …
It’s now been 6 months since I had my second partial meniscectomy in September 2022. In my 6 month update after partial meniscectomy article, I’ll describe how I am now after the procedure and how my return to soccer has been since. Before learning reading my 6-month update after a partial meniscectomy or asking questions, …
Many people who’ve undergone ACL reconstruction wonder how to stay motivated during ACL rehab. ACL recovery is an excruciatingly long process. While there are always exceptions (on either end of the spectrum), you’re generally looking at a 9 to 12-month recovery according to most doctors. My recovery process after my ACL and meniscus surgery in …