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How is everybody showering after ACL surgery? 😅

I’m officially 1 week post op today and I’m currently just doing sponge baths because I’m too nervous about getting my incision/wrap wet and trying to figure out the safest/easiest way to actually shower.

What did you all do those first few days/weeks? Shower chair, covering your leg, sitting on the edge of the tub, someone helping? Any tips would be super appreciated because I’m definitely over the sponge bath life already lol

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u/Dear-Attention-8984 — 4 days ago
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5 days post-op and feeling really down… is this normal?

Hey everyone, I’m 5 days post-op from ACL + meniscus surgery and I’m honestly feeling pretty down mentally.

The pain, discomfort, lack of sleep, being stuck depending on other people, and just not being able to move normally is hitting me harder than I expected. I knew recovery would be tough physically, but I wasn’t prepared for how mentally draining it would feel.

I’m trying to remind myself this is only temporary, but today is definitely one of those harder days.

I guess I’m just looking for some reassurance or hearing from people who felt the same way around this point. When did things start feeling a little more manageable for you? When did you start feeling more like yourself again?

Any advice, encouragement, or things that helped you get through the first week would really mean a lot right now.

u/Dear-Attention-8984 — 6 days ago
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Post-op Appointment Today

Post-op appointment today — any questions I should make sure to ask? Recovery has been going well so far, but I’m definitely considering getting a stool softener lol 😅. Any advice or things you wish you’d asked at your first follow-up?

u/Dear-Attention-8984 — 10 days ago
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ACL & Meniscus Surgery Coming Up — What Was Your Experience Like?

My ACL & meniscus surgery is coming up soon and now that it’s getting closer, I’m definitely starting to get nervous. I’d really love to hear other people’s experiences — especially what recovery was actually like, pain levels, what the first few days/weeks felt like, and anything you wish you knew beforehand.

What helped the most with pain, sleeping, getting around, boredom, showering, etc.? Was there anything you bought or prepared ahead of time that made recovery easier?

I know everyone heals differently, but hearing real experiences would honestly help calm my anxiety a bit and help me feel more prepared going into it. Thanks in advance 🫶

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u/Dear-Attention-8984 — 13 days ago
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Hey y’all! I’m having ACL and meniscus surgery next week, and I’m definitely feeling a little nervous. I’d really appreciate any advice, recovery tips, or just hearing about your experience. Thanks in advance!

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u/Dear-Attention-8984 — 20 days ago