So I tore my ACL (PARTIAL TEAR to be exact) in the spring of 2008 while playing rugby in college. Unfortunately, because I don't have health insurance I haven't been able to have reconstructive surgery or rehab.
Today I'm still relatively fit and I do quite a bit of biking for my legs' strength/cardio. Overall, i wouldn't say my leg is weak (especially compared to immediately after the injury) but, over the years my legs have gotten a bit smaller, particularly the affected leg, as my calf and lower quad region (the area right above the knee) is noticeably smaller.
Does anyone have any experience with working out with a torn acl? I understand I can't go back to the heavy days of lifting, but are there any exercises I can do to put on a little muscle SAFELY and/or strengthen my legs? Right now my body looks kind of odd because I'm have a slightly larger upper body (even after cutting out some of the lifting).
I'd appreciate any productive advice.
Thanks folks,
Nigel
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