What can I do for my ACL (it is torn)?

i mean you should be using crutches to help you walk but once it is less painful it is actually good to walk on it. the more motion and strength you get before surgery the easier the recovery is. sometimes you do pre surgery physical therapy i recommend that. yeah you will need surgery pros you will be able to play sports again and your knee will feel almost normal. with out surgery you wont be able to participate in competitive sports anymore and youll have pain a lot of the time. it will always be torn and you run the risk of tearing more ligaments. youll be able to play basketball around 4 to 5 months after surgery but not in a game competitively until around 6 to 7 months after.