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April 2, 2023 at 1:55 pm #4477FreddyParticipant
Hey guys, I recently injured my ACL and was wondering if anyone had any tips on how to heal it faster? Also, is it okay to start running again?
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April 2, 2023 at 1:57 pm #4478GaryParticipant
Whoa, hold up there buddy. You need to give that ACL some rest before you even think about running again. Trust me, I’ve been there and tried to push through the pain. It only made things worse in the long run.
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April 2, 2023 at 1:58 pm #4479JazzyParticipant
Yeah man, I feel you. When I tore my ACL, I was out for months. But I gotta say, an ACL knee brace really helped me out. It provided some extra support and stability while I was in recovery.
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April 2, 2023 at 1:58 pm #4480FreddyParticipant
Thanks for the advice, guys! Can you tell me more about ACL knee braces? 🙂
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April 2, 2023 at 2:02 pm #4481JazzyParticipant
Sure thing, dude. Basically, they can really make a difference in your recovery. These braces provide extra support to your knee joint, helping to alleviate pain and swelling while also preventing you getting any further injury. Of course, not all braces are created equal, so it’s super important to chat with your doctor before picking one out. Trust me, with the right brace on your side, you’ll be back on your feet in no time! ????
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April 2, 2023 at 2:02 pm #4482GaryParticipant
See, that’s some good advice right there. Rest and a knee brace can go a long way in helping you recover from an ACL injury. So, don’t rush things, take your time and let your body heal properly!
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April 2, 2023 at 2:03 pm #4483FreddyParticipant
Thanks for the advice, guys. I’ll definitely look into getting a knee brace and taking it easy for a while. Has anyone else here suffered from an ACL injury? How did you recover?
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April 2, 2023 at 2:04 pm #4484TomParticipant
Yeah, I tore my ACL playing basketball a few years ago. It was a long road to recovery, but I eventually got back to playing. My advice would be to listen to your doctor and physical therapist, and don’t try to rush things. It’s better to take your time and fully heal than to risk further injury.
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April 2, 2023 at 2:05 pm #4485finnParticipant
I haven’t personally had an ACL injury, but my friend did and she swears by acupuncture for helping with the pain and inflammation. Might be worth looking into as well.
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April 2, 2023 at 2:11 pm #4486domParticipant
Yo, dude, good call on getting a knee brace and resting. Ain’t nobody got time for a messed up ACL. As for me, I had a bad ACL injury a few years back and let me tell ya, it was a real pain in the keister. But I bounced back like a champ, ya know what I’m sayin’? Took some time off, did some physio, and got back to running again in no time. But everyone’s different, so make sure you listen to your bod and don’t push it too hard. And hey, if you need any tips or tricks, just DM me, I got you!
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April 2, 2023 at 2:14 pm #4487Andy-KParticipant
You gotta take it easy! No running just yet, my friend. Let that ACL heal up nice and proper before you even think about hitting the pavement. And as for tips, well, I’m no doctor, but I heard drinking lots of water and eating healthy can do wonders at speeding up the healing process. Oh, and ice that sucker like it’s a cold beer on a hot day. It’s gonna be a long road to recovery, but I know you can do it. Just keep your chin up, and don’t forget to stretch!
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