093 | Is Numbness Normal after ACL Surgery? Part 1

In this 2 part episode series, we dive into experiencing numbness after ACL surgery/reconstruction.  We discuss the background as to why ACLers might experience numbness, what nerves might be impacted in surgery, why it happens, and how common it is in ACLers. This helps us set the stage for part 2, where we dive into some of other questions you may have regarding the recovery.Here are the picture links I mentioned in the episode:Lower Leg Nerve Branches (super cool image):https://images.app.goo.gl/vdgGu6pDosKJwsaB9Different Branches:https://www.semanticscholar.org/paper/The-surgical-anatomy-of-the-infrapatellar-branch-of-Kerver-Leliveld/cca00df506af44ea2b0b18d11876db3553605fe9/figure/5Cadaver Image:https://josr-online.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s13018-017-0596-x/figures/2 Anatomical Variations:https://images.app.goo.gl/LpDEmrBLsVTPw6Lt7 _________Want a clear plan for your ACL rehab?1 on 1 Remote ACL Coaching is for ACLers who are tired of guessing. Objective testing so you know you are actually ready, a custom + structured program built around your goals, and an expert ACL coach in your corner from anywhere in the world. You will always know where you are, where you are going, and what to do next.Start with a free consult call: www.theaclathlete.com/coaching_________Free weekly newsletterThe ACL Athlete VALUE Newsletter. ACL advice, go-to exercises, research breakdowns, and the frameworks we use._________More from The ACL AthleteWebsite: www.theaclathlete.comSubmit a topic or question for a future podcast episodeInstagram: www.instagram.com/ravipatel.dptEmail: [email protected]