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Surgery For Replacement Of ACL And Meniscus In The Knee Suggested. Have Bone Spurs And Femur Head Removed. What Is The Recovery Period?

I have been told that I have to have 2 surgeries on my knee for a replacement of ACL , Meniscus , Repair of LCL & MCL and have bone spurs on the femur head removed. Generally what kind of procedure is this, how long will it take and how long is approximate recovery? I am a Corrections officer who is in semi-shape (been off of work and major work outs since July) and I want a general idea
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3 weeks is usual recovery time.use knee brace for support.
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Surgery For Replacement Of ACL And Meniscus In The Knee Suggested. Have Bone Spurs And Femur Head Removed. What Is The Recovery Period?

3 weeks is usual recovery time.use knee brace for support.