Knee Surgery for me!

[sadlebred]

Well, it’s official. I have a torn meniscus. I saw the sports ortho knee specialist today. I should take comfort that he is widely regarded as being really good and is the ortho for the Atlanta Falcons. The MRI clearly showed a large meniscus tear. It also showed inflammation on the patellar tendon and possibly something on the back of the tendon. The PT and doctor were both right in the diagnosis! I have two things going on. Dr. K is going to take out the torn meniscus and will take a look at the tendon since he’s already in there. Most likely he said he’ll scrape off the inflammation and leave it to heal on its own. If all goes according to plan I’ll be back on the trainer in a week, road bike in 2 weeks, and back to cyclocross racing in 3-4 weeks. I will probably only miss 1-2 races and will be fine by my favorite races!

Update: The surgery is already scheduled for next Wed. The knee doc is known as one of the best in the area. I'm in good hands!

I will only have to be out of work for a day or two. No crutches, and PT twice a week for a few weeks afterwards.

[clseale]

Well, crap. I'm glad you have a diagnosis and action plan though. Hopefully recovery is a smoothly as it sounds. You'll be back at it in no time!

[lb2006]

YIKES - hopefully you'll have a speedy recovery!

[wambam]

Eek. Sorry about that *fingerscrossed* for a speedy recovery

[skwcm80]

I'm sorry. I hope you have a quick recovery.

[cinco]

Oh no! Glad you are able to get in quickly.

[coconutbug]

Ouch! Sending good thoughts for a quick recovery.

[katandkevin]

I am glad you were able to get in quickly. I hope you have a speedy recovery!

[centralperk]

Oh man, that sucks!! I'm so sorry to hear that. But that is awesome that you can get surgery done so quickly, and that the recovery should (knock on wood) be quick!

[Brit]

Holy crap Sadle! I'm sorry to hear that you need surgery, but glad to hear that you have a great doctor. I hope everything goes well and that you heal up quickly.

[MrsE]

Oh no! I'm so sorry to hear that. I had a bad feeling it was your meniscus after reading your other post. The good news is that most orthopedic surgeons and PTs highly encourage the stationary bike ASAP after surgery so you will hopefully be back on track in no time!

ETA: I'll also keep you in my Ts&Ps that nothing else will show up when they get in there. Not to scare you or anything, but I had similar expectations with my first meniscus surgery and was out much longer due to the surprising find of a discoid meniscus. I am not in any way suggesting that could happen, but simply sharing that it is wonderful to have a strong plan, but important to remember that anything can happen and don't beat yourself up if things don't go exactly how you plan. ((I realize this is completely unsolicited advice, but would be remiss not to share it after having meniscus surgery on each of my knees)). I share because I care.

[emuni04]

Oh man! That stinks! Wishes for a speedy recovery!!!

[tuggyruns]

Eeppps! That's no fun. At least you know what is going on better now. Good luck with everything!

[bluelikejazz]

Glad you have a plan! Hope you have a speedy recovery and are back in action soon!

[mrsjthompson]

So sorry. But at least you are going to have it fixed and get some relief.

[Deleted]

Oh no! Sorry it came to this but it doesn't sound like you'll be down for long. Hope everything goes smoothly!

[gt7301b]

That sucks, but the recovery plan is all kinds of awesome.

[thom]

Sorry for you honey! At least it sounds like a pretty quick recovery time-frame. I hope it goes really smooth & glad you've got a great doc!

[gumi]

oh wow - i am sorry to hear this. But you sound in good spirits so i am sure you will have a speedy recovery!

[jamalynn]

Oh no! That sucks. Here's to a speedy recovery.

[breezy8407]

I'm sorry. Hoping it goes by fast and you heal quickly!

[taratru]

Oh, no! Good luck with getting it all taken care of!

[libbygrl109]

That really stinks, but it sounds like you're in great hands. Hope you have a speedy recovery!

[kams]

Well dang it . I'm glad you at least have a plan of action. I hope things go as smoothly as possible. I'll be anxious to hear you aw about being back to 100% !!

[al320]

That sounds like such a fast recovery! Im glad youre having it taken care of, and hope itsma quick and easy recovery!

[gncorman]

Sorry to hear of the injury. It sounds like you have a great action plan and are trusting of those helping you which is really important. Speedy and healthy recovery!

[trigal]

Good to know! It's a pretty easy surgery, so you'll be back in no time!

[agswife]

That stinks! Wishing you an easy surgery and speedy recovery!

[mcc]

Oh no but I'm glad you're getting great treatment!

[zoidberg]

Gah! That sucks. But I hope you recover quickly.