Post Op- Day 7 & Day 10

My recovery has been progressing slowly in the last week.  The nurse has visited a couple of times to check my wounds and dressings.  She has been very happy with the as they seem very clean and uninfected.  She took my staples out on Day 10 (Friday).  This was okay, apart from the ones in my shin which were a bit uncomfortable to remove.

As you can see from the pics, my right leg/knee is badly bruised and swollen.  During the last week, the bruising has been pretty sore and whilst I have been lying down I have removed my fixed leg brace as it was getting uncomfortable to wear due to the bruising and swelling.

I was at the physiotherapist on Wednesday and on Friday.  We did passive movements on my knee which was not too bad at all.  On Friday, it was a physiotherapy class.  In the class, were 7 guys who had had their ACL reconstructed.  They were all 8-10 week post op.  It was great to see that there is light at the end of the tunnel and that after such as short time you can make really good progress.  I have something to aim for.  My knee felt a bit sore after each session, which is much to be expected.  I am due back on Wednesday, so we will see what we will get up to then.