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Ligament tear and meniscus

2026-02-16 12:49:06
Hello doctor My husband age is 34 recently he had done knee ACL and meniscus surgery. Now it's 20th day still he is walking with Walker. How many days or months to get recover completely??? When he will walk without Walker? Is he can drive car?
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No driving Support is required for next few days

Answered2026-02-18 10:57:05

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After 4 week he can Walk Without Support For driving Needs atleast 6-8 weeks

Answered2026-02-18 09:53:29

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