So overall not the best news in the world but it seems my meniscus is amazingly ok. It sounds like I need at least 6 weeks of PT to let the MCL heal before I can get a graft to replace my ACL. He said if I get an autograft, meaning using some of my own tissue, the replacement is very strong but it is more painful and the healing takes longer. If I go with an allograft, or dead people tissue, it is weaker and I can't play sports. I think you know which one I am going to take!
I also found that I can walk yesterday. It was like taking my first steps all over again (Mahsa even videotaped it!) although I find if I try to turn or pivot I get stabbing knee pain. So far I only go straight. The doctor also gave (sold) me a hinged knee brace which gives me some stabilization but he wants me to keep on the crutches for one more week. PT starts on Tuesday (5/1) and from what I remember, there will be plenty to write about that.
Stupid tennis!!!! Suck suck suck. I hope the recovery is quick and you're not in too much pain!
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