6 weeks post ACLr + meniscus trim surgery - how are others doing?
Anyone also at this stage of the recovery (1-2 months)? Just gauging how people on this sub are feeling at this point, since we're past the initial phase, but also still pretty early on.
Personally, I feel alright, my knee is still pretty stiff/swollen, but I'm walking with no crutches and my flexion is at 125 (don't think I'll go past it without the swelling going down). Should also add I'm on blood thinners at the moment.
Maybe on a scale of normality i'm at 5-6/10. Can get myself places but still limping slightly.
Side note: anyone else drain their knee? I'm heavily considering it at this point (and my doctor is happy to do it for me) and don't see why I shouldn't but....
Posted May 7, 2026, 6:18 PM UTC
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