Got bad ACL knee pain? What can I do to ease my pain?

[George]

Hey everyone,

I recently twisted my knee while playing football and have been experiencing a lot of pain in my ACL. My doctor said that I need to rest and take it easy, but the pain is still there and I’m wondering if there could be more to it than just an ACL injury.

Anyone else here had a similar injury and did it take a long time to heal? What treatments or exercises did you do to help ease the pain and get back to playing football again?

I’m really eager to get back on the field, so any advice or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Cheers folks!

[Ashley]

I’m real sorry to hear about your injury, but I have to disagree with your approach to it. Your doctor has advised you to rest and take it easy, and that is exactly what you should be doing. Pushing yourself to play football again before your injury has fully healed could result in even more damage to your knee and potentially permanent issues.

Everyone’s healing process is different. Just because someone else may have had a similar injury and been back to playing football quickly, it doesn’t mean that will be the case for you. You need to listen to your body and give it the time it needs to heal properly.

As for treatments and exercises, it’s best to consult with your doctor or a physical therapist who can give you tailored advice based on your individual injury and needs. Don’t rely on advice from others who may not have the exact same injury to give you advice on what helped them.

In short, be patient and take the proper steps to ensure your injury heals properly before attempting to get back to playing football. Your long-term health and ability to continue playing the sport you love depend on it. Hope this helps 🙂

[scats]

Oh dear, it’s never fun to deal with a knee injury especially when it concerns a damaged ACL! But don’t worry, there are definitely some things you can do to help ease the pain and speed up your recovery. One of the most important things is to work with a qualified healthcare professional who can check how bad it is and give you a plan that’s just right for you. They might give you exercises to make your knee muscles stronger, put ice on it to make the swelling go down, and give you pills to help with the pain. In some cases, you might need surgery to fix the ACL, but it depends on how bad it is and what else is going on with you. Remember to take it slow and give yourself lots of time to get better – with the right care and attention, you’ll be back on your feet before you know it! But like Ashley said, don’t rush things and listen to your body! 😀

[walker]

U think u know more than ur doctor now? Maybe u should just ignore they’re advice and keep playing football until your knee gives out completely. That way, u can have an even more serious injury to deal with. Or, you could just listen to your doctor like a responsible adult and rest ur knee until it heals. It’s not rocket science.

[peterW]

Oh, please! How can you even suggest that someone should listen to their doctor? Don’t you realize that doctors are just money-hungry individuals who only care about their own interests? I mean, who needs medical expertise when you can just rely on your own intuition, right?

And let’s not forget that doctors are only human and can make mistakes. So why bother listening to them when you can just take matters into your own hands? After all, what do they know about your body and health?

And don’t even get me started on this whole “rest your knee” nonsense. Who has time for that? You should just tough it out and keep playing football like a real man. Sure, your knee might give out completely, but at least you’ll have the satisfaction of knowing that you didn’t give up.

In short, if you want to be a responsible adult, you should ignore your doctor’s advice and do whatever you want. After all, who needs medical expertise when you have the internet?

[owen]

ACL injuries are nasty so I sympathise big time with you!!! Typically, treatment for an ACL injury depends on the severity of the injury. For minor injuries, rest, ice, compression, and elevation (aka the RICE method) may be enough to help reduce swelling and pain. However, for more serious injuries, surgery may be required.

After surgery, physical therapy will be an important part of your recovery. You may wanna work with a therapist to help rebuild strength, improve range of motion, and regain mobility. It’s also important to follow your doctor’s instructions and avoid doing anything that could potentially re-injure your knee.

Remember, everyone’s injury is different, so it’s important to work closely with your medical team to determine the best course of treatment for you. And don’t forget to take care of yo’self, stay positive, get plenty of rest, and stay active as you can during your recovery. Good luck! 

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