Knee surgery, how long till you recovered to do games?

[heykid41]

I only know cartiledge (boy... do I). So far I've done battles with various orthopaedic surgeons 7 times and lost every one. The last one was a scope to slurp out some floating bits and smooth out what IS in there (not much on the medial aspect of either knee). Had the surgery on a Wednesday - on my bike riding to work on the following Monday. I think I was about 44 at the time (just turned 50 last week). Having said that - there are lots around who whine forever. Very much an individual thing. Knowing what to expect makes it SO much easier. I am thinking you are really not likely to be anywhere near where you want to be when you want to be there. And really - who knows until the thing is done. Surgeon could find it tough (and so will you), or maybe it will be as easy as anyone could see.
Best wishes for a speedy recovery - whatever way it goes!

[jkumpire]

I was rereading my post, and I made a huge error, it is not an MCL, it is a Medial Meniscus tear. So I have no ligament damage just a cartilage to get worked on. Since some of you answered that question as well, my thanks.

Did a base game tonight and was sore in the 1st inning. I had not had a real game in about 3 weeks, so I was hoping for little pain, and a big fix for my umpire addiction.

I hope I can be back w/in 6 weeks, I will rehab my butt off to get it done.

[dacodee]

I had my left knee scoped for cartilage removal/smoothing on February 25, 2008. Physical Therapy started the very next morning. 3x per week for the next 3 weeks. My first game back was on March 14, 2008 (plate). On March 15th, I worked a V/JV doubleheader. I remember feeling great behind the plate. But the bases were another story. I didn't want to interrupt the healing process, so I took it very slow and didn't pivot much, if any.

You'll be fine... But don't push yourself too much. 6 weeks should be plenty of time (depending on your body & the damage).

Best wishes on a successful recovery.