3 Years Post-ACL Surgery - What My Knee Feels Like Now
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It has officially been 3 years since my ACL surgery - and it's time for another update video! In this video, I want to share about how my knee feels now that I'm 3 years post-op, including how it feels when I play sports, and just in day-to-day activities.
Going through ACL surgery as an athlete (or non-athlete) can be a ridiculously scary thing at first, but I hope to share my ACL recovery journey as a story of inspiration and hope as IT IS POSSIBLE to get back to nearly normal again (even if you have some setbacks along the way like I did....RIP my kneecap lol).
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0:00 Intro
1:26 Playing Sports
4:23 Kneeling
6:50 Knee pain
9:50 Return to Sport timing
12:50 Returning to normal
13:33 Words of encouragement
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I had ACL surgery last April. There were some complications from my surgery and I had to have a second which I just had two weeks ago. I 100% agree this journey has been one of the most difficult challenges I have ever faced especially being a former 3 sport college athlete. Thank you for sharing your story
Thanks for sharing your journey so far. Wishing you much success in your recovery ❤
How is your recovery going from the second surgery? Sounds like we have similar stories. I had ACL surgery in April last year and a minimal medial meniscectomy and scar tissue clean up last Friday. I haven’t been able to shake the swelling since the ACL surgery and hope this latest clean up will help.
@@XaZzResistance my surgery was in April of 2022, so it’s been about 2 years since. I had the lysis of adhesion in July last year. I can say that I still can’t run jump walk. Seeing my 5th PT in 2 years. Sorry I wish I had a happier update. I hope yours is going much better than mine!
Thank you! Hearing 12-16 months is better than what i heard that i would be better at 6-8 months. I'm okay with realism
As someone who had ACL surgery two months ago your content is so encouraging! Watching your videos has made normal feel achievable again. Thank you for all of the great content!!
I'm so happy to hear that! Happy healing my friend!
Thank you for your perspective and optimism :)
Thanks for sharing! Great video. I royally messed up my knee skiing back in December. I had to have patellar tendon surgery and ACL/meniscus surgery. They wouldn’t do both at the same time. It’s been a long journey. I appreciate the encouragement.
Thank you for this content! I just had my ACL surgery one month ago, and I feel great! I'm continuing to attack PT and look forward to the day I can step back on the field again.
That’s great to hear!! Keep after it 🔥🔥🔥
Thank you for this video! i'm going into ACL surgery next week and have experienced some anxiety about surgery and post-op life. Your video has given me a better outlook about being patient with the recovery process. Unfrotuntely, beach v-ball is how I injured my knee last July. I really have enjoyed beach volleyball for years and realize that it will be a while before i'm ready to hit the sand, again. I guees I'll be a nice friend to my group and donate a few of my OPTX V-balls to them before surgery; no need for them to sit in my garage for a year. Thanks again!
Thank you for your video. I’ve had ACL, PCL and LCL reconstruction due to a dislocated knee June 2023. The rehab process is rough but when accomplished it feels great. Just recently had a fall in the bathroom so feels like I’m starting back from scratch, but I won’t give up.
Don’t give up man!
Feeling down myself from this ACL
You got this!
Just what I needed to see - thanks for the optimism!
you're welcome :)
@@VictoriaDorsano I did the mistake of rushing back to sport too soon - luckily i didn’t reinjure myself or make things worse. A common mistake I know but learnt the hard way that even if your body might tell you’re ready, you might not be.
Thanks Victoria, exactly the type of information I was looking for! I will be going the same procedure next year.
Best of luck!! And definitely get on my mailing list for ACL warriors- I’ll have some new resources launching soon! mailchi.mp/f9df6bc71231/acl-resource-interest
I had 2 ACLs on the same knee. First one was a botched hamstring graft. Revision was patella tendon that has been in since 2008. I went through hell from 2004-2018. 11 ops and finally after 6 MCL ops i had that reconstructed properly. All good now but missed years of soccer. Good luck everyone
u went through 2 Acl??
@ritugupta7214 yeah on the same knee plus 6 MCL ops on the same knee! The MCL was missed and caused the original ACL to tear then caused the 1st graft to fail together with botched surgery!
Hey Victoria, thank you so much for this material! I'm 3 months post-op and keep having so many doubts. I was wondering if you'd had any little "accidents" or more like mishaps during your recovery and how did you manage afterwards? Here's the truth: I slipped on the operated leg on a wet bathroom floor a week ago, went into hyperextension more than I would have wanted to and I experience more discomfort and pain in the knee in the extension than I did before. My PT says clinically my knee is fine but we had to reduce exercise. Did you have any little slips/missed steps during your rehab? In the everyday life situaitions I mean? It's quite impossible to live a year without them! I'll be so greatful for some words of encouragement and sth to calm me down maybe. Now I feel like I'm just in a deadend street... I played volleyball on my uni team before and loved going out and now I feel like I'm not myself. Thank you in advance, I really appreciate what you do here
Thanks Victoria for this video! I'll get ACL surgery in 2 months and I can't wait to start the healing process as soon as possible. I like your honesty when you talk about your experience and let me tell you.. it gives hope! Please keep posting ACL related content 🙏
You’re so welcome! Feel free to hop on my mailing list for more ACL related content launching soon! mailchi.mp/f9df6bc71231/acl-resource-interest
@@VictoriaDorsano I actually subscribed a couple of days ago, looks great!
Thank you so much.
I'm having ACL surgery in September.
Can you make a video on foods that you had during the first few days?
Already did! th-cam.com/video/_PUU2fNCMao/w-d-xo.html
Going ahead for ACL surgery in coming days. Your videos are quite detailed, setting up the reality level. Thanks for insights. I got injured while playing cricket and got my acl completely tear. 12 months seems so longer to me as of now and increases anxiety. Hoping for good recovery 🙏
It will go by before you know it! Just focus on each day at a time. Working on recovering stronger day by day. You got this!
Thanks a lot!
Hello, wondering how your surgery went. Hopefully very well. Any updates, just curious. Thanks
Thanks foe sharing Victoria! Had the same surgery last year and one main question for me is do you see improvement every day? I mean do you get better knee function and less pain as days pass on? Thanks
I’d say it gets a little better each day up till that 1.5/2 year mark, then it really just depends on how hard you push your body. For me, there are days that it feels like the knee gets worse if I’ve really pushed myself too hard too fast.
@@VictoriaDorsano thanks! have you ever had PRP injection?
Hi everyone iv just had my acl snapped in half 5 weeks ago my consultant is not going for the reconstruction and I’m kind of glad here a lot of complication and it tends to snap again
Thank you for all of your ACL content! Right after I was injured I leaned on your videos to make a decision about surgery and wrap my brain around the recovery ahead of me. I am now 4 months post op and am in such a better place than I was post injury. Another question I had, does the numbness in your knee ever go away? It doesn't bother me and I don't notice it except when I'm shaving or touching my leg.. just curious if this ever resolves itself?
I'm so happy to hear you're feeling better now! The numbness does go away as the skin starts to re-grow nerves. It will get there!
I just read the other day that 100% of patients have permanent numbness. That's positive to hear that it goes away for some.
Yes it absolutely does!
Thank you Victoria , that was good. I had a bad knee injury, but refused surgery. i am not an athlete but love to dance( praising God in church) and also from day to day wild foraging in all kinds of terrain on my farm. i just passed my one year anniversary of my injury, and I understand that having overdone it ( slightly) feeling that it is not pain but it’s not normal either. I am so very thankful having learned so much from Ben Patrick and did listen to you as well! I did start taking along a walking stick when foraging, and appreciate the balance and increased climbing confidence. I do need to keep up with
simple exercises, or I can tell it. Who would you recommend for my friend to listen to for specifically retraining after foot/ achilles surgery? Ty again!
Hmmm she may want to learn some info from Dr. Emily Splichal! www.youtube.com/@dremilysplichal3079
3 months post-op 👌🏽 will start implementing the massaging for sure
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Hello Victoria,
Thanks for the amazing content. Your videos have really helped me after my acl injury 3 months ago. I got my ACLR 3 weeks ago.
I’ve researched quite a bit on this topic and had a question which i think is important for any person wondering about the long term quality of life:
I’ve read that over 50% of people who go through acl surgery still end up developing Post Traumatic Osteoarthritis (PTOA) 5-10 yrs after their operation.
1. Have you spoken to your doctors about the risk of developing PTOA and the reasons behind it?
2. Have you incorporated any specific exercises/diet to mitigate the risk of developing PTOA?
Would really appreciate your feedback.
Thanks
There is still a lot of research being done on this topic, so I wouldn't get too concerned about this stat quite yet. Surgical techniques are changing rapidly to mitigate the risk of OA post-ACL surgery. Most doctors I've spoken with say that there is still a very high risk (if not higher) of developing OA if you don't get the surgery as well since the knee is less stable without the ACL present. However, I do really try to hedge any risk by trying to keep my inflammation in check.
I have really taken to the ATG/Knees Over Toes style workouts ( I have a whole playlist describing what these are on my channel and I feel this has really helped my knee stability and overall strength. Secondly, I started taking some supplements in appropriate doses to mitigate inflammation. (I made a whole video on those supplements here: th-cam.com/video/tQnOC0K5Tdc/w-d-xo.html). Aside from that, I try to get at least 7 hours of sleep, drink sufficient water, and eat a more Mediterranean style diet.
Where I'm from, they no longer recommend surgery for ACL unless you're an athlete, etc. They encourage physio and waiting to see if it's a problem before operating. 10 years ago I did all the research you did and ended up NOT getting the surgery (even though I was recommended it). I did 9 months of rehab instead.
I'm 6 days post op (from my ACL reconstruction) and the continuous dislocations over the last 10 years has, indeed given me arthritis. My knee was a disaster. Turns out, you do need an ACL to keep your joint from deteriorating. Also, the last 10 years has given me such anxiety about the way I live, the sports I do, etc. That is going to take a lot of physio now to undo my brain wiring. So looking back, I might just get it done. But that's just me. You are certainly at risk of further injury and arthritis if you don't get the surgery as well.
When can I start incorporating nordic hamstring curls after ACL reconstruction with hamstring graft?
Best to check in with your PT!
These thumbnails 😂 Very good content though, thanks!
Thank you for your story Victoria, i had a horrific motorcycle accident 4 months ago and i broke both Acl & Pcl & Meniscus 😔😔😭 .
I am having trouble in my mind because i have to choose best experienced doctor bcs it's a complicated case and i'm still not sure if it possible & (recommended) to do it both Acl&Pcl &Msc all in one surgery😔.
Based in your experience in US what is your advice pls .
The best 🙏
Hi there! I'm so sorry to hear this happened. I'm sure it's a tough process to navigate right now! I'd actually recommend talking to a PT about this. My friend, Kero, is a PT and has a free community for folks looking for answers like this. You can join it here to connect with him! tinyurl.com/drkero
Hey, i got surgery exactly 9 month ago Here in Germany. Why do so many patients still choose the patellar tendon baffles me. I startet to play football ( or soccer) again now and it feels okay. Still a little bit of stiffness, thats all. Quadriceps tendon .... I really can recommend this plastic.
Aoa let me know about recovery phase after miniscal tear repair
I know how hard it can be initially. Just focus on what you CAN do to make things better. You got this!
Thanks for sharing your answers to these! I have a question that you didn’t cover:
Do you have any clicking in your knee when you flex / extend it? Did you have any clicking early on and did it go away over time?
I’m 4 weeks post ACL surgery (hamstring graft) and am finding my knee has been clicking a fair amount when I bend it. This was happening as well a lot pre-surgery. I’m not sure why / if this is a bad sign of anything. Would really appreciate a response!! Thanks again :)
Hi! My knee makes a crackling sound when I flex and extend it now since the surgery. That hasn’t gone away. It’s totally normal to have that after surgery so long as it doesn’t come along with pain!
@@VictoriaDorsanooh interesting! Do you know what is the cause for the cracking / clicking?
There are a lot of postulations about it but it’s kind of unknown! It’s called crepitus
@@jondhanapala I have the cracking/popping also after 8 months and don't like it at all . I would literally go anywhere to get help with
it, but it amazes me that it's very difficult to get help. In this day and age medical professionals don't really know where it comes from.
@@vickhones9961 that’s very disappointing / upsetting to hear
Can you give me the brand name of the brace you use for hiking once you have finished the initial post op recovery?
I used the Fusion XT Brace from Bregg to protect my knee from months 3-6 when doing more risky activites, and then I used the Incrediwear knee sleeve for more general fitness activities. Hope that helps!
@@VictoriaDorsano Hi, great information! Can you share where did you get the surgery done and what doctor? I live in Chicago and I'm looking for a good orthopedic surgeon to fix my Osgood-Schlatter disease on the left knee. Thanks!
When you'll be able to walk normally and do daily normal routine works in the household....
I am gonna have ACL reconstruction and maniscus surgery
wow, watching you drag that sled and i have to say you have very strong and aesthetic looking legs
Hi! What kind of brace did you get post op? I’m going to get one to help once I’m returning to sport. Thanks!
BREGG fusion XT brace. Ask your ortho to have it ordered through your insurance if possible :)
Hi, I had ACL repair, bone implant, and meniscus surgery. So it was 3 in 1, and I have 6 months of post surgery, and I'm still have some struggles recovering the muscle strength. The fisrt 3 months, i was doing great, but my progress has backed up 3 times in these 6 months, and I can't even walk normal. I am still limbing, and I have pain. It's been really frustrating because my progress is been really slow. Every time I do my rehab exercises the next day I woke up with pain. 😢 I am still with the physical therapist, and I'm wondering if someone else has been experience this long to recover, and if it's normal! 😞
Many,
Thanks
It’s definitely not uncommon to have some setbacks that slow your progress during this time frame your in! I call it “the messy middle”. Keep doing all the basic things that helped in the first 3 months. Ice, elevate, knee sleeve, massage, rest, good sleep, etc.
Give it another few months of following PT and doing the above and you’ll most likely be feeling better!
@@VictoriaDorsano Thank you so much for your advice, I will do this. 😊
@@mayranavarrete2292hey what is update love .
I am almost 2 months after my acl surgery and bending my knee hurts a lot i just want to know when to be able to fully bend my knee with no pain
It will take some time, keep doing your exercises. In the next few weeks you should be closer to having less pain
I torn my acl,mcl,lcl and meniscus will i ever be able do any hard work in my future, can i do standing jod for continue 8 hours?
You should be able to get there if you continue putting in the dedication and work to your PT! Keep after it and stay strong. Feel free to check out my resource at aclsecrets.com for more support!
Thanks for this video Victoria!
Just two questions,
I am 3 weeks Post OP. I feel pain behind my knee where the PCL is when I do a basic flex to extension. Did you have that as well?
Also, during PT my knee tends to give out on certain exercises such as single leg balance exercises. Did you find that to be normal?
I didn’t have that personally, but it is common! Give it a few more weeks and follow your PTs guidance and see where you’re at around 8 weeks post-op before getting too concerned.
The knee giving out is normal. I had that for a while. It’s most likely due to your quad weakness from surgery. Keep working the quad strength, and it should get better in time!
I had it and was told not to pivot. Now it tweaks when i do and hurts like f 😭
Im about to have the surgery in two weeks, and I'm quite scared. I'm a really competitive basketball player and I usually just go all out. So having any kind of obstacle is just so annoying, because I cannot be myself on the field. I'm really fast on the field, and after the surgery, i probably am not. So worried about what comes after the physical therapy.
I'm sorry to hear about your ACL! The recovery process takes about 6-9 months to be feeling mostly normal again, 9-12 months to return to sport fully. 2 years for it to heal completely (but you'll feel pretty much normal by the 9-12 month mark). It's a long process, and you'll learn a lot about yourself, but it will make stronger in the end! If you need more support, check out my ACL course here (it includes a 1:1 call with me too): bit.ly/aclsecrets
Achilles allograft might be a better option for ACL reconstruction as it negates the need to harvest your own tissue.
After acl surgery can my leg be flexible and healthy please reply
It absolutely can!
When I try to sit in crossed legs. I feel tightness and pain ... 4months post op. Any suggestions or idea when that pain will go
Just give rest, to heal body itself. It takes some time to become normal.
It takes time! You’re still early in recovery. I’d suggest continuing PT exercises at home, and possibly an Incrediwear knee sleeve to help with the blood flow to help heal the area!
Hi Victoria hope you can answer, ive had a meniscus repair 9 months ago and still i have sharp anterior pain when doing certain movements, my surgeon told me that i have the Hoffa Fat Pad syndrome, im gonna have an injection and hoping for the best.. could you elaborate a bit more about your experience with it? i really miss playing sports..
Hi! So sorry to hear you’re having hoffas fat pad pain. I understand how painful it can be! For me, I had to be really patient and just take a few weeks off of hard training and just rest and ice it, along with take some NSAIDs. I avoided movements that irritated it. And after 2-3 weeks, it felt much better.
@@VictoriaDorsano thank you for the response, really happy to hear that it sounds pretty good right now, sadly for me ive rested for a few months now off movements that irritated it, but once i go back the same happens... hope getting an injection will solve it and get me back to doing sports again..
Any updates?
@@clnhq___ it's still the same for me...
How helpful was Kneesovertoes guy in the hindsight?
Extremely!!!
how long does it take you to walk normal after your surgery because I'm bored this is five months of my surgery but I'm still using clutches.
What does your doctor say about it. You should normally be walking after 3-4 weeks you just have to walk on it and if it feels like your knee is not stable thats normal you just have to walk more to get that stability in. But I am not a medical proffesional just giving the advice I got just get over your fears you will get there.
@@alilakhraichi3481 thank you for the encouragement, but each time I visit my doctor he ask me to be patient it will take some times to heal better
Are you working with a PT?
Normally after 3_4 weeks you need to start putting pressure on your knee by walking at first you will need the clutches but from 5 to 7 weeks you will normally be able to walk... You will feel your knee not stable at first but you need to continue walking.. You might need to visit your doctor
How did you get this partnership with freak Athlete ?
Over time by building a relationship with them while using their equipment as a customer :)
Hi.. How your knees are now. I am preparing for acl surgery... But very nerverse.
knees feel great now!
I had Acl reconstruction 7months ago, and my knee is not fully bend. Just tired
I’m so sorry to hear that! Have you asked your PT what’s going on?
@@VictoriaDorsano yes, thank you
It’s the worst pain I’ve had but that was 32 years ago and I’m left with an 18 inch scar
Why didn't you chose a hamstring graft
My surgeon was more comfortable doing patellar graft, and it tends to be the strongest graft choice
It has been four months since my ACL surgery. Still in pain, what is the cause? 😢
It’s hard to say, but it can be fairly normal to still have pain this early on! Def bring it up with your doc or PT!
Hi I’m 16 and sustained an acl tear, I need surgery on acl and both menisci. Do you think I will ever play the same level again
Yes you will, potentially even better if you start to do the sports specific exercises in your rehab that you hadn’t been doing before
You absolutely can. You just have to be dedicated to the PT and rehab process.
I have surgery in a day. It didn’t take 3 years for you to heal did it???? I ask bc I see you have a video that says 3 years later.
No it didn’t! I have a full ACL playlist you can check out