u/AmbassadorCapital678

I had an ACL reconstruction with hamstring graft and meniscus repair on Monday.

I wasn’t given a brace and I was told I can be weight bearing as tolerated which I was a bit surprised about since I had a meniscus repair. Has anyone else had this before? How long until you started walking without crutches? I haven’t had a chance to talk to my surgeon since before the surgery but I’m going to try calling tomorrow since I didn’t get a rehab protocol either. I’ve been doing heel slides and walking around with some weight on crutches but I’m so scared I’m going to do damage.

I have my surgery coming up on Monday (3.5 years post injury) and am trying to plan ahead to make my life easier. I think biker shorts and tank tops will be my best friend but I’d love to know what your favourite clothes were to wear post surgery and into rehab.

Side note: I have a 2 year old, please give me your tips for caring for and dressing a toddler post surgery. I do mornings and my husband does evenings typically but I’m thinking I’ll need help for the first bit.