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21 years
I had a cross ligament surgery 4 month ago and I kind of lost my knee's trust since then. Is it safe to go back to sports after the 6 month recovery period? (Soccer, running, etc)
Feb 6, 2014

Dr. Rania Mousa General Medicine
All individuals and knee surgeries are different. People progress at different rates and heal at their own time. Be patient with yourself and give yourself praise for the accomplishments you make along the way. surgery puts you on the injured reserve list far longer than arthroscopic surgery for a meniscus. reaching full range of motion is so vital for your recovery. If it takes you five days or three months, you have to gain back your range of motion before asking your body to squat heavy or run a marathon.

Below are some tips to keep in mind for your road to recovery:

1-10 days on crutches is completely common.
Passive range of motion should be initiated immediately after surgery.
Begin weight bearing as tolerated.
Isometric quadriceps and hamstrings activation should be a focus early on.
Obtaining knee extension should be a priority as it will be difficult.
Mobility of your ankles, hips, pelvis, and lumbar spine should be maintained.
Listen to your body daily.
check with your surgeon who done your surgery after 6 month if you can exercise depending on your situation the answer will be
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