Has anyone here had it done on their knee? I'm curious what the realistic time frame was before you were able to hop back in the pool and swim. I'm thinking once the wounds heal I might be able to do some nonkicking swimming, but I'd be interested to hear about anyone who has firsthand experience.
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It also depends on what you will be using to replace your ACL. If you go with your hamstring tendon the recovery will be somewhat slow in order to build up the strength in your leg. The cadaver option allows for a much quicker turn around time. I have had both in the last two years, along with a cartilage surgery, and I recovered much more quickly with the cadaver tissue.
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It also depends on what you will be using to replace your ACL. If you go with your hamstring tendon the recovery will be somewhat slow in order to build up the strength in your leg. The cadaver option allows for a much quicker turn around time. I have had both in the last two years, along with a cartilage surgery, and I recovered much more quickly with the cadaver tissue.
