Yep

I broke my collar bone playing football, about 10 years ago. Eight weeks later, first game back, I was trying a wee too hard and tore my ACL - very weird feeling btw.

Anyway, the operation is straight forward but you are on heavy duty pain meds for a couple of weeks, during which time you really can't put any weight on the leg.

From there it is a couple of weeks hobbling on crutches, followed by 4-6 months of physical therapy.

The biggest issue for me was the muscle wasting that happened after the op. It really does significantly impact your life for at least 3 month.

I hope your mates op goes well.

Posted By: Kev, Nov 26, 16:54:18