I am getting this done on 16 April for cartilidge tear in my left knee behind the knee cap. I am not sure what to expect, I hear so many different things. My main concerns are, 1.) Pain, how bad and how long? I hate pain killers, will I need them to sleep? 2.) How long on crutches, I usually recover pretty fast and am hoping for about 2 weeks on crutches and another 2 weeks of taking it easy then slowly start working out my legs again. Is this practical?

Anyone with experience in this procedure please tell me what I want to hear or just tell me your story, thanks. Doc Sus your opinion would be greatly appreciated!