Jumping in because reading youtube comments, post op, had me so down, and in total buyers remorse. I tore my lateral meniscus 10/22 - had surgery 9/23. In the time in-between, i figured the pain was from stress induced weight gain and being out of shape, on an old acl repair, so i began to workout 5 days a week. Lost 40 lbs in 11 months, strengthened my everything to better support my knee, and none of that ultimately helped. I finally went for the MRI, then surgery. I am now just past 4 months post op and i feel fantastic. The first couple months were pretty rough, especially when reading all the comments of people being up and walking within a week......But here i am now, 18 weeks out and i am back to most physical exercising - hour long walks took me almost 3 months - going down hill can be rough, but up is amazing. I can skip, jog, do the running man, and zero pain. I do low impact workouts, pilates machine, weight training, fast long walks, 100+ squats a day and so on. I do have a new click i hear sometime , and at a certain degree, a click that i feel. I avoid pushing into that second click that i feel to avoid any arthritic type rubbing. Looking back, zero buyers remorse for now. I feel almost back to, pre meniscus tear, normal. I cannot get fully into child's pose as i think my muscles are still tight from over a year of the torn meniscus limiting me. I should also mention, my injury was not really painful. I lost range of motion past 90degrees and had major swelling. and stability loss. But no pain. My knee never locked up, and it only buckled a couple times from sloppy movements. I hope this helps lifts someones spirits.
Thanks a million for sharing ❤ ive had to surgery about a month ago and still mobilty stops a 90° on the left knee, but reading this is giving me patience 🎉
I think you are @celladorz. Wish I could contact outside this. I hurt my knee running...Dr's goofed around with pt, drugs, just burning time so I could mri. Finally got an mri, it's a root tear meniscus, tear off the bone. My surgeon wants to get going, but I've got to go to Europe for several months, no time to rehab first (maybe 6 weeks...I have a wife and a 4 year-old--can't leave her with bags, stroller...and blood clot concer flying?). I'm 62, I do sprint triathlons, 10k...not now. I've been on the elliptical anyway, working thru pain, but I watch this and I'm sooooo depressed. I'm worried I won't make it thru Europe until fall surgery, and even then, this video says 6 to 12 months....lordy, no workout for that period? Some days no pain, others like today excruciating...anyway, there should be a group 4 this...by the way, add I'm an alcoholic 10 years clean, no smoking either....😂😅😂 Just trying to wrap my mind around this...
I am a physically active person and I started having pain in my left knee. Though it was not stopping me from daily routine, I was unable to run or sit down and stretch my knee beyond 90 degrees. I tried recovery for sometime but it was a mental block as I could not run and play badminton and other favourite stuff. Finally I got my MRI done and it was grade 2 tear for medial meniscus. I just had surgery 3 weeks ago. Currently on limited mobility and doing the therapy recommended by Physio. I am happy to see your post that you are back to normal after 18 weeks. I don’t have much pain now but I am ready to invest some more time on strengthening knee and hoping to get back to my best in next 6 months.
I'm about 8 months after my surgery, and I'd say I'm about 80% healed. I was told it would be 3-6 weeks... I can now many times walk without a limp and I recently started to do squats with minimal weight. I also somewhat recently started climbing stairs without needing to place both feet on each step. It's been very slow but my biggest regret is not doing physical therapy soon after surgery. For some reason my surgeon told me I didn't need to if I could be active on my own. I ended up doing PT around months 3-4. Quad / leg atrophy I believe was the biggest problem for this long recovery. I was on crutches a month and a half before surgery and apparently my surgeon didn't notice my leg was already windling away. Post surgery my surgeon was also not very responsive when I would ask what type of pain I should be ok feeling. He would just say "you're fine" when I finally got to talk with him for 30 seconds. It was a very unsure period of time for myself as I had a dead quad and thought I was supposed to be running already 😂 PT helped get me back on track. My advice is go to PT. Don't let your muscles die on you. Without your legs muscles, your knee is under great strain! Not good for recovery.
FANTASTIC information had Minsicus root repair, crutches for 6 weeks, started walking a week ago, lots of swelling and a bit of pain and sever loss of muscle from it being immobile, recovery lot longer than I expected and have been surprised how much my foot is now swelling now I no longer have it elevated.
I built up my legs a month before arthroscopic surgery to clean up lateral and medial torn meniscus. I am two weeks post op today with full range of motion and very little pain. Iced after any exercise I did and then before bed. My knee is so much better after getting the torn material out of the knee. I am a 67 year old male with no arthritis in the knee.
Hey Lee, Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! 🙌 We are so happy that your arthroscopic surgery was a success and that you have full range of motion in the area with little to no pain. Please take care! 😃
Thank you so much for sharing this, I wish a professional would have advised me to do this before my surgery over a year ago, I am still having some swelling and pain, and using a cane to walk. Best wishes on your recovery and again thank you
Good to hear. I just had the same today. The important distinction is a clean up surgery is different from a repair (sewing it back together). How much of your meniscus did you get removed? They told me today they took out 55%. Yikes!
I am so glad that I came across your video! Everything you are saying is what happened to me. I had a great Orthopedic surgeon last year in June. And I was able to walk within a week with no pain. I did the follow ups with him and all was well. I'm an Event Coordinator and I was even able to go to 2 conventions at the end of August. That was the big test and I had no problems. But nothing was ever mentioned that it would take 6-12 months to completely heal and recover. It's been 9 months since the surgery and a couple of days ago I went to a museum which lasted all day. Well now it's 3 days later, and I got up from the couch and I am limping. I walked a bit to stretch my knee out and the pain went away, and I'm walking fine. But it is a red flag that I need to do something about it. And pay closer attention to my knee and not overdo things. I thought I was being careful, but I was wrong. To the people out there reading this, I hope your surgery goes well and like he said, listen to your knee. Good luck to you all! : )
I just had surgery 3 days ago, and besides the physio exercises and having walked for about 10 minutes today, I have not done anything else. Any advice you have would be appreciated.
@@johnmurphy6556 ice it a ton! also, keep moving! i personally, would take walks every couple hours, starting from day 2 post op. Do the pt exercises like leg lifts and muscle tightening..... after a couple weeks, walking backwards in a safe area, with a guide, is huge! Go to PT! massage the leg from calf up to thigh to keep fluids moving. Elevate whenever you care. And TIME! sprinkled with patience
I had a minor medial tear of my meniscus in my left knee. Also, MRI showed a lot of arthritis. The worst was the small amount of space I had developed between the tibia and the femur bone on the inside of the knee. I had surgery 2 months ago, which he removed the minor tear, but the arthritic inside of the knee pain is the worst. He said he scraped as much arthritis from that part of the knee joint as he could. He's a reputable surgeon in the practice, but not very informative at all. After surgery I found your channel and have worked the heck out of my glutes and quads. After 7 weeks I still had a lot of pain. My family doctor told me anytime the bone is scraped it can take up to 3 months for inflammation to go down. As of the past 2 weeks I have been taking Physical therapy 2 times a week along with the exercises at home. I am glad I revisited your channel tonight as I was getting pretty discouraged because of the pain. Though I am 66, I have always been active, eat as healthy as I can and am not overweight. I have full range of motion, have never needed assistance from day one. Just dealing with the pain is the issue. I take 2 Ibuprofin and 1 tylenol per day. Thank you so very much for your insite, as it has helped me with my expectations.
I am 10 weeks out from meniscus surgery and I had relatively low pain and very good mobility during the first month afterwards. But as time went on, I became more sore, stiffer, and at times was in great pain. Speaking to my surgeon, he thought I should continue my physical therapy for another month before thinking about a cortisone shot in the knee. Listening this to video, I learned to lower my expectations of quick recovery and what I need to do going forward. So, thank you for readjusting my expectations and setting out a road map for a pain free recovery.
Just like with surgeries - every knee's requirements for healing is potentially different... my PT was fine with me doing another 2 weeks of PT, but we made the decision together to discharge since I've hit all the classic numbers and my day to day movement (walking, stairs, et cetera) I'm pain-free - age, previous strength (prior to my surgery I did everything I could to bulk up my quads/hamstrings/gastroc) all factor into the amount of rehab and time is needed to fully heal. At this point, I'm confident I'll be back to good in another 2-3 months - but again, really trying to not rush it. Hope you start feeling better soon Emmett!
I had lateral and medial meniscus surgery 2 weeks ago and gradually started walking daily , then doing light mat Pilates exercises to get ROM back. Still mild swelling after exercise, so I elevate and ice the knee daily. I think "listening" to your knee is the best personal advice and Yes. do not overdo even if you think you are fine!
It's great to hear that you're back to walking and pilates Carolynne! Congratulations! Yes, it's very important to listen to your body (as long as you're improving) even if it does not align with what you're supposed to be doing according to the doctor.
When your meniscus was tear does sounds Tak tak,, and after meniscus surgery ,,is that sound stop coming or not and do you have any problem while walking ,same as another leg,, please tell me about Tak tak sound specially thanks
Two weeks since my meniscus surgery - In the medical profession so understood the length of time this may take but was never aware of the importance of strengthening the glutes! Massive thank you and will start these exercises when possible after regaining my mobility back! This channel is amazing for recovery help.
Hey Zak! Sorry you had to have meniscus surgery :-(. We are so glad that our content is helping you! It is so important to strengthen your glutes during your recovery process! We have a great playlist below that has more information on mensicus recovery help in case you're interested! "Knee Meniscus Help" th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mZ9Vh4eRH3UlmMeqOUtB-6a.html
When your meniscus was tear does sounds Tak tak,, and after meniscus surgery ,,is that sound stop coming or not and do you have any problem while walking ,same as another leg,, please tell me about Tak tak sound specially thanks
Everything you said almost word for word is what the surgeon told me .I had meniscus surgery in July and I was told I can jog if I want to ... after watching your video, I think I'll wait a little longer... after all I tore my meniscus jogging in the first place! Thank you Doc !
Hey Myykmike Lakers13, we're glad you found this info so you can know to wait until the time is right! In case you need it, here is a playlist of all our knee meniscus videos: "Knee Meniscus Help" th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mZ9Vh4eRH3UlmMeqOUtB-6a.html
@@epmanualphysicaltherapy Ye my surgeon told me I could restart all activity after 2-3 weeks and even gave me a green Light to go on a short holiday snowboard-vacation. At that time I didn't feel a lot of pain. Now almost 6 months after my surgery I still have almost pain every day (sometimes for the entire day). So I fear that really screwed me over...
I had meniscus repair surgery in May 2021. I would say I'm 80 percent now after physical therapy. But want to get back to normal. This video is very helpful. Thank you so very much!
Hi Carrie, you're welcome! Knee meniscus injuries are absolutely no fun and so frustrating to deal with. If you're interested we have a knee meniscus playlist that you could help you. You can check it out here: “Knee Meniscus Surgery Help” th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1maIj5ge4oSQTqVs3RzwpqwV.html We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!
These comments make me appreciate the knowledge and honesty of my surgeon who did a bucket tear repair of my left medial meniscus along with some later meniscus cleanup. He hasn’t down played my recovery and PT any. Still, this I a great video and confirmation of the reality of serious cartilage injuries.
Thank you so much for posting this. I got a meniscus surgery last October and started becoming active again at the first of the year. I’ve been thinking my doctor got it wrong this whole time when in fact I probably should give it more time to heal and Continue to exercise.
Hey Colton! You're very welcome! Sorry to hear you had to have a meniscus surgery :-( If you are looking for more information on knee meniscus help, we have a great playlist on it! "Knee Meniscus Help" th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mZ9Vh4eRH3UlmMeqOUtB-6a.html
I've gotten my surgery about a month ago and lets just say id rather have just done the therapy instead of the surgery to save me from all this pain and fustration. It definitely is a horrible recovery
Same. I had mine in June, could not return to my line of work until end of July with limitations and mid November here came the swelling, the pain, unstable knee and getting ready to have a second surgery because it’s torn again. I had a partial menisectomy the first time. Now it’s full removal.
I had a tear to my left knee meniscus & a cyst behind my knee repaired. Unfortunately I fell onto the knee & re tore it. Dr. Ordered MRI & it showed a large tear to the right knee meniscus. 6 mos after left meniscus surgery I had bilateral meniscus repair. ITT has been 3 weeks & I am still in so much pain,swelling . No rehab was ordered & dr. Told me I should be better @ 4 WKS. (NOT). So glad I discovered this post. Thank you
Hi Judy! We're so sorry to hear you fell onto your knee and re-tore it! We're glad that you discovered this post and it provided you with some help! :) Here are two playlists with knee meniscus and knee meniscus surgery help: “Knee Meniscus Help” th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mZ9Vh4eRH3UlmMeqOUtB-6a.html “Knee Meniscus Surgery Help” th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1maIj5ge4oSQTqVs3RzwpqwV.html
I’m crying right now. I’m 4 weeks from my meniscus surgery two tears front and back. I’m in more pain then Before surgery, but, I can now bare weight. The throbbing pain in my entire knee doesn’t allow me more than a couple hours of sleep at a time. Today, I was thinking, I’m not getting better and my pain is more then before surgery, I’ve made a huge mistake getting this surgery. My doctor literals told my husband and myself I would been walking and driving the day after my surgery. I can’t get me knee straight. 3 times a day I do the 4 exercises my doctor gave me. He has not even spoken of physical therapy. Should I search it out for myself? You given me so much hope! Thank you so much! I really Started to think, that this was my new painful reality. I’m going to check out the exercises you have. Are there any for getting my knee straight? Again Thank you so much!
Had a meniscus/cartilage surgery about a week ago. They removed 60% of posterior medial meniscus and 20% of patella lateral cartilage. The doctor told me that I can start walking right away. To get my ROM back to normal. I start walking bearing my weight on my left knee using a walker. After 3 days my knee start feeling painful and it swollen. I went to PT and was told I should wear crutches to begin with and do some exercises. Anyway am walking with crutches now and moving around home slowly. Am also applying ice three times a day. Thank you for your video and honesty. I have to be patient and take slowly and definitely listening to my body.
Tomorrow is my surgery for medial/ posterior meniscus tear. So happy I found this video and read most of the comments. I’m a runner, spin and yoga instructor so I am adjusting my expectations and definitely will listen to my knee and activate my glutes!
Had my surgery a week back. I thought I would start walking by now as my doctor told me. But that’s not the case. It still pain horrible with lots of swelling. Thanks for the video. Helpful really. It’s better if the doctors be honest and tell us. So we are prepared.
I had my surgery 1 month ago, the Dr said I would walk out of the hospital which I did with very limited pain and limited mobility. But with each day now it seems to be getting worse. Pain and swelling! Thank you so much for this information
By meniscus surgery, to be more specific you mean meniscus repair. This is the same info my surgeon told me; that a meniscus repair, which he did not advise for me, takes at least 6 months to recover from. The meniscus does not get good blood supply and heals very slowly. Thanks very much for your helpful info!
Hey 22130tulips, yes any meniscus surgery - repair or removal. It does heal slow, but even slower than surgeons realize - expect 9-12 months to feel solid in your knee again. And that's assuming you do everything right without any complications during the recovery.
@@epmanualphysicaltherapy I'm almost up to four month since my meniscectomy and I can bend my knee about 125°. But it's a little bit of pain in my knee getting to this range. Also some tightness. My good knee bends to about 150° (as probably is the average range of the human knee anatomy). Feeling what I'm feeling and knowing the point that I'm at. Yeah, I'd say nine to twelve months sounds about right. Still going to PT and doing PT at home. Just gotta keep on trucking...
I am so sad this is exactly what happened to me. Had my surgery and was doing great. My surgeon was shocked how well I recovered. Went to Disney two months after surgery and was fine. When I got back from Disney I saw my surgeon he told me to start doing things such as walking the dogs, working in the yard etc. He said then I will know what I can and can't do. The surgeon said I can't harm the knee. Well he was wrong. I wish I would have listened to myself and saw your video and was careful because now I am in worst shape then before surgery. Now he is saying I need a knee replacement. I am in pain and limping! I wasn't even limping before the torn meniscus surgery just in pain, but nothing like I am now. I feel like he wanted me to mess it up so then they can make more money off me. What can I do at this point to get back to where I was I am trying not to do the replacement? I have had a steroid shot which didn't work and now getting gel injections. Have one more to go. I have a trip planned to Texas and Utah and still plan on going but need to do something.
how is is going? wishing you a fast recovery 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 I am watching this video 11days after Meniscus suture (26y old, physically active), thank god I started to search for youtube videos.
Goodness!!! I’m 3 weeks post-op and literally listening to this video while trying to walk 2 miles 😖😫 My knee is KILLING me! I was just trying to stretch it out not knowing I might need to sit down. Thanks for this.
Whoa T Smith! Looks like you saw this video just in time! Back off on that much walking!!! There's no way your meniscus is ready for that for at least a couple of months!
@@epmanualphysicaltherapy - totally agree, I literally just started walking stairs - the most I've probably walked since surgery (three weeks ago today) is 30 minutes at the grocery store, and I won't repeat that until I've completed my 6 week PT order...
Thank you for this video.. I am 2 months post op. This sure made me feel better about my recovery! I am struggling and not sleeping well because of the pain. I am trying to be kinder to my body and listen to it. I will definatly take your advice with the exercises and more ice. THANK YOU! I am going to Roatan in 2 months and will not be doing all the things.. and I will be ok with that! Thanks again!
Oh no Donald!!! You might postpone that and see if it's right for you to try to address it on your own! Here's a playlist of all our videos about meniscus problems. "Knee Meniscus Help" th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mZ9Vh4eRH3UlmMeqOUtB-6a.html
@@epmanualphysicaltherapy Hi Doc. I have written to you before and you have been very helpful. That was before I went for surgery. It's almost a week now that I went for debridement, some meniscus surgery and removal of some small shattered bones. One was quite big I must say. Size of a tiny coun🤣
I wanted to say size of a coin. Just continuing with what I was saying. Visiting my surgeon in 2 days time after the surgery. There is still some swelling and some manageable pain when I walk. I am glad I saw your video. So now I know what to expect and how to manage the healing process. Thank you for your great work.🤗
I just had a partial meniscectomy and a lateral knee release ! It’s been 2 weeks and the pain is ridiculous I can’t put any weight on it, doctor told me I would be able to put weight by 2nd week but I don’t have any strength to do that.
I had my meniscus repair two weeks ago. I cry almost every day because the pain is terrible. I wish I had never gotten this done! The doctor told me by two weeks I'd be on my feet and even could return to work. My knee is like a Ballon most of the time. I did everything they told me to do and I feel like I was better leaving my knee the way it was!! I'm so exhausted. I just pray this gets better soon. If I had seen this video first I wouldn't have gotten it
Oh no Latasha! It's okay! You just need to let go of the timeframes the doctor told you. Your knee can still heal...it just takes as long as it takes. You have to be very patient and don't over-do it with your meniscus...even if the surgeon told you it is okay to proceed. We've seen soooo many people go walking for exercise, even run at the surgeon's recommendation and they're just not ready yet. Then they get irritated and swollen in their knee. People are all unique and heal at different rates. You should feel no worse pain in your knee from anything you do. If you do feel pain, it's okay and you didn't over-do it if the pain subsides within 24 hrs.
Hmmm. Meniscus repair? My understanding from what I've read, the meniscus does not get much blood flow and a meniscus repair takes upwards of 6 months or more to heal appropriately. A meniscectomy supposedly takes much less but that's not what I'm experiencing. Go easy...l know... it's a real drag...
So sorry to hear. I had my meniscus surgery in April and thought the same thing but slow and steady. Keep going go to PT 3x a week and do little exercises at home every day in bed and on sofa. Ice at end of day 10-20 min on top and bottom of knee. Give yourself time and use the cane and knee brace. Speedy recovery ❤️🩹 6 months to a year.
I had ACL graph and meniscus repair surgery 4weeks ago because of a motorcycle accident back in April I'm 45 years old & 240 pounds with no real help those water icing machines help a ton but if your going through that much pain I would get a second opinion
Hey Latasha, this happened to me, too. The doctor told me "see me next month," "see me next month" for nine months. I finally sought a second opinion and learned that the first surgery was botched. I recommend if your pain is unrelenting or acute to the point of nausea, seek a second opinion. I had two more surgeries after the botched one and now I am feeling excellent. I wish you the best xx.
Thank you for this. I'm four months post surgery, surgeon said at the start I would be able to resume running after 4-5 months but although I'm making progress I'm so not ready! Your estimate of 6-12 gives me confidence. Now off to exercise those glutes!
Hey Graham! Yes definitely, it is difficult to give an exact time frame because everyone is different! We are glad to hear that you are listening to your body and that you are focusing on strengthening the glutes! That is going to be key! “Knee Meniscus Surgery Help” th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1maIj5ge4oSQTqVs3RzwpqwV.html We wish you the best on your road to recovery and hope you are able to start running again when you feel ready! 🙌🏽🏃
Hey Ryan, sorry to hear that you had a meniscus surgery :( If you are looking for more information about what you can do to help this, here is a link to our playlist of meniscus videos: “Knee Meniscus Help” th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mZ9Vh4eRH3UlmMeqOUtB-6a.html
You are absolutely right about surgeons because they actually don't bear the pain and the difficulty we face after the surgery. I had my miniscus and acl surgery since seven weeks.. I need to go to the college again but the problem is that there are more than 200 steps that i need to climb everyday it just scares me... Thank you for being understanding. After hearing from you am consoled that i will get healed slowly and eventually and not with the blink of an eye
Thank you for this info! I had lateral and medial meniscus shaved 5 weeks ago. Still swelling and having pain while walking. pT is going well but slow. I’ve been feeling discouraged because my doc said I’d be back to work one week post op. Your info sounds way more logical!
I had a partial meniscectomy, the surgeon couldn't repair the meniscus so he just cut and cleaned the area. He also fished some loose bodies. He said that I could be back to normal as soon as the swelling was gone... It's been three weeks and I can walk decently but not much bending. I will listen to my knee because I don't think I'll be fully recovered in three months. Thanks for this video.
I(27 active male) did surgery on Sept 24, 10days after I started the Physio, as my surgeon recommended. I was told that no intensive sports (such as running) minimum after 6 months. Fighting sports after 9 montha minimum (my final goal). My physio also told me that cartilague takes from 6 to 12 months regenerate. My surgeon also recommended me PRP therapy so I am doing 3 shots (15mL), in germany cost 130eur/shot. I expect to do physio 1 year, until i feel physically great, and also mentally, so I do not have any fear of my knee. Keep going, to everyone needind this, it will be worth it in the long run. Discipline, and listen to your knee, and body🙏🏻
I really appreciate this. I am 8 weeks past 90% of my meniscus being removed.... lateral bucket handle tear. I am thin but never did a glute exercise in my life. My quad atrophied during the 7 weeks in a wheelchair. I am trying so hard to be active but I get very stiff and swollen. I felt like I should be normal by now. This was so helpful.
How are you doing now? I am 3 months post surgery and feeling a bit discouraged that I still have as much paid as I have. Has it improved over the past couple of months for you?
@@amycalzia584 i have had a cyngel injection subsequently. It improved slightly but it's only temporary up till 9 months. I have arthritis now. Quite discouraged.
I had meniscus surgery (meniscstectomy) on left knee two years ago after aserious slip/fall on stairs. I am 62, very athletic (HIIT classes four or five days a week; one or two 30 mile bike rides most weekends; walk the dog two miles every day). Recovery was steady but slow and quite a bit of discomfort if not outright pain; it was one full year till I was pain free and fully mobile, and another six months to be all the way back, with quads back at equal strength. Wouldn't you know it, six months later, tore my right meniscus! Discouraging, but at least I know full healing is at least a year-long process. My advice: have the surgery (it works) prepare your head for a long road back, do your PT, push against the discomfort (but not into pain zone) and plan to do a lot of strengthening on the affected leg to get back to sports and fitness classes.
Thanks for sharing your experience, I am going into 10th month of the same surgery, can you share some of the exercises you did to help strengthen your leg,
Please respond, I am 10 months since my surgery, left knee partial meniscectomy and plica removal, and some arthritis cleaning, I still have swelling, and I still use a cane for walking around the house, I am not back to going to the beach or going downtown walking around,my questions for you is how long did you use a cane .
8 days ago I had a partial meniscectomy & loose body removal. It has been 6 mos. since my acute injury. I also had bone contusion & Baker's cyst Painful beyond belief. I did all the conservative measures, even a cortisone shot, but, no relief. I also had locking & clicking of my knee. I had a episode of 3 hrs. of electric shock pain in the meniscus. My knee has been my LIFE for 6 mos. and I'm ready to move on. I start PT again, next wk. My knee is swollen and is sore. Thanks for the video, I'm ready to do all it takes to get better. Another 12 mos.? Please NO , then it will be 18 mos. since the injury. I'm done w/this nightmare injury.
Hey Estelle! We are saddened to hear about your situation regarding your knee, We can understand how frustrating it must be for you to be dealing with a baker's cyst, swelling, and soreness after having a partial meniscectomy done. Recovering from a surgical procedure is quite difficult, sometimes more than expected so we encourage you to keep trying all available treatment strategies available to you. There is hope, do not give up! Our suggestion is that you prioritize getting the pain and swelling under control before engaging in physical activities that your knee is not quite able to tolerate just yet, the following video will show you how to go about doing so: "How To Stop Knee Swelling" th-cam.com/users/liveKo2yermtyZQ?feature=shared Here are two videos that will guide you on what exercises you could consider doing along your recovery journey: “Top 5 Glute Muscle Exercises For Knee Pain” th-cam.com/video/NXdCjT2QtJA/w-d-xo.html “Top 6 Standing Glute Exercises To Help Knee Pain” th-cam.com/video/jD7IRBfJ-mM/w-d-xo.html We are here for you! 😄
Thank you for the advice, im about 24 hours post Meniscus surgery. I caught your video just in time. Now im rethinking how i will recover, as far as not trying to get in a hurry.
You're welcome Donald! We're glad you learned about this now and not a year from now while still suffering! We hope you recover very well and get back to doing everything you love! In case you need it, here is a playlist of all our meniscus videos: "Knee Meniscus Help" th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mZ9Vh4eRH3UlmMeqOUtB-6a.html
Thank you for this video man. For some context, I'm 22 and suffered a bucket handle meniscus tear (lateral, left knee) and I was told by doctors and fysio it would take 6-12 weeks. This is the 12th week and after some excercise it swelled up significantly to the point where walking for 10 minutes would hurt. My fysio did tell me it would probably be at least 6 months before I am back at 80% but this video definitely helped with me feeling down about the persistent swelling.
Hey KingInfected, we're glad you got more info on why you kept swelling. These meniscus tears just take time and can't be pushed to go very fast. Make sure to take it easy and listen to your knee when trying out more activity.
I hope this info can help you or anyone else to put their meniscus situation into a little bit better perspective: I had a medial bucket handle meniscectomy the beginning of March '22. If I remember correctly now, around 3 months after the surgery I was able to get it at about 110° with some pulling it back with some pain. I also had substantial swelling at this point. At some point he removed some of the fluid with a needle. My surgeon said (from the MRI) I needed about 40% of the meniscus removed. Post surgery my surgeon did not mention anything about more meniscus being removed. Also he showed me the photographs and said I had absolutely no cartilage wear and I had been walking on this medial bucket handle meniscus tear for 5 months before the surgery! I'm just very, very lucky. I'm not overweight at all. That probably helps a lot. If anything I'm underweight. I was going to PT twice a week. My surgeon said my progress was a bit too slow and I might need "manipulation" , however, on the next visit I got it to about 140°. He was encouraged but he wanted me to get it back all the way to heal against rear end or close to it. It's been a few weeks past 6 months and my progress is in an inch or two every three weeks or so, but it seems I'm kind of hitting a brick wall here. I've been searching online and I found a website that recommends warm compresses for 20 minutes and then massaging the scar area for 10 minutes or so to loosen the scar up. That's what's inhibiting the range of motion (ROM), the scar tissue. The warm compresses brings blood to that area which helps the recovery process. At this point I only have very slight swelling. Knowing what I know now with all the information, everybody will have a different recovery time that's influenced by the type of meniscus tear and various other contributors. My next visit with my surgeon is in October.
@@8sun52 Thank you very much for all that information, bro. You' re very right, it is a very individual process and the recovery time differs a lot, but your process definitely helps me in my own.
@@InfectedoOG I'm glad it helped a bit. Yeah, there's some helpful info going around here and that's a good thing. One thing. My job is physical so a month before I went back to work, I spent about 2 days looking for knee sleeves to support my bad knee and possibly avoid my other knee from a possible meniscus tear. And, I tell you... I burnt myself out for two days looking all over but I wasn't going to give up. The thing about all these websites for products is what's number one or two on one website is down near four or five on another website. You don't know who or what to believe. I finally ran across this company Wonder-steps. Their knee sleeves are designed by some of the best orthopedic surgeons in the country. I try not to get blitzed by all these advertising slogans but they ARE really excellent. Their customer service IS excellent. These knee sleeves are REALLY very well made and very supportive. Just what I need. They have a lot of verified testimonials. I ordered another pair after looking over the quality and workmanship of the first pair I ordered. My surgery knee feels very supportive and stabilized as I walk up and down steps and walk along the walkway on my job. They still offer their summer 45% off and free shipping. They're made in the United States. wonder-steps. There is "com" after the dot. TH-cam system sometimes deletes comments with links. I'm not suggesting that you or anyone buy this and I'm not trying to tell you or anyone what to buy. Of course it's up to you, but I found this company by real experience and observation to be very reputable with truly high quality standards. Thank you too, brother...
Odd. Everybody's different. My doc told me after surgery that I could do whatever I could tolerate, and within a few weeks, I was back to normal and have never had any pain or motion limitations, even four years later.
Little over 3 weeks after a meniscus repair in my left knee. No WB first week. 50% remaining three weeks. So 4 weeks at least of the crutches and brace. Then ween from both by 6th week is their arc or recovery. Still no PT, but doing my exercises and have 80° need to be at 90° in a week. I an icing all the time, riding in the car hurts after 20 mins and I haven't driven. I think everyone has a different rate if recovery and doctors a lot fo different Opinions on when to weight bare with meniscus surgery. This video helps me take a deep breathe and know I'm healing at the level I should. May everyone heal quickly ❤❤
Day 8 post op....I know I am doing too much because I have not been able to walk well for the past 4 months. (swelling and tightness is back...) As an RN this is what I NEED to hear. I am only taking one week off from work mainly due to shortages and everyone I work with saying ... hey ... you are fixed! now you are good to go. next up GLUTE exercises ! Being this is my first week of recovery I should be good to go. Thank you for this mild slap I needed to remember I am not a nurse at this time.. I am a patient.
I had my partial meniscectomy 6 weeks ago....I was feeling totally fine so I went for a run than I had a sore knee next day which caused pain.....this video really helped me...I was a little confused why I got that pain.... Thank you....
Hey Nitilaksh, we're sooooo glad you found this video. Yes, that's way too soon to get back to running. You definitely need to wait until your knee heals more.
The meniscus is the shock absorber in the knee. You don't have the protection in your knee anymore from the meniscus when they remove it. You are smashing bare bones against eachother! Running is very damaging, even for healty people. You really shouldn't do it. Try cycling(smooth motion instead of jolting motion), swimming or use a rowing-machine for cardio. It's not
@@nitilakshmangal6407 hlw I had same surgery lateral partail meniscotomy today it's complete 5week I can wallk climb stairs but I can't able to staight it completely there is still stiffness I can bend completely how did you achieve full extension plz tell me
I had a meniscus repair and micro fracture done 7 weeks ago I’m still using a walker with partial weight bearing. I tried walking without the walker and could not walk. I really want to walk without a walker as soon as possible. I’m doing exercises for my knee everyday. I just want to be able to take care of my toddler :( pretty difficult phase. Seeing your video has lowered my expectations of quick recovery. Hope time flies soon.
Very informative, thanks for sharing! i'm 1 week out of medial meniscus surgery and currently not in pain but have to use the brace & crutches for another 5 weeks which is very hard for me with kids. I will try not to rush the healing process & set my expectations accordingly.
Hey Alison! We hope you heal really fast!!! Yes, using crutches can be very disruptive, especially if you have small children. Be okay with slowly weaning off the crutches and brace. You may need more than another 5 weeks, especially if you're still swelling and painful after being on your feet without crutches.
this is the best video I seen on post meniscus surgery. i wish I had seen this video before I got my surgery. 7 months now and I'm only back around 70%, some of these doctors is like pulling teeth to get info out of them.
Thank you Juan!!! Yes many docs are not great at explaining things simply to their patients. We're glad you found our video so you can better understand what to expect after meniscus surgery.
Thank you! As much as I’ve been happy with my Ortho in the past for two carpal tunnel surgeries and good results I wasn’t given good explanation about meniscus surgery and just feel uncomfortable going through with the procedure. I think I will wait.
2015 I had a meniscus tear, the tear was surgically removed. Physical therapy completed. My knee has hurt more after surgery. It was drained once. I’ve been told by 2 doctors because it took so long for workers comp to approve the surgery arthritis happened. I was told some arthritis was cleaned up during surgery. 2022 went back to surgeon, X-ray showed arthritis, reason I went in because it has never gotten better, worse than before surgery, was hurting and limiting quality of life. Fast forward to 2023. Pain is radiating down to ankle/foot from knee, very painful, quality of reduced , debilitating. Over the counter medicine doesn’t takeaway pain, cant go up/ down stairs, hurts after 2-3 hours of standing/ walking, hurts to get up from sitting, hurts when going to sleep at night, trying to find a comfortable position. Feels best in the morning until I get moving. I have been approved by workers comp to get back into surgeon this week to see What is going on. Nervous and scared
So sorry to hear about your meniscus tear and surgery Kim :-( We have a lot of great content here to try and help people just like yourself. Here is a link to our knee meniscus surgery playlist in case you are interested: Knee Meniscus Surgery Help th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1maIj5ge4oSQTqVs3RzwpqwV.html We have also created a Knee Meniscus Recovery Program that is designed to address the common problems that lead to meniscus tears. Here is a link to our program: Knee Meniscus Recovery Program The Knee Meniscus Recovery Program is designed to help people have the best chance of avoiding unnecessary surgery, injections, or having to rely on pain medications. This course guides people through exercises and stretches that target key body parts that have the greatest potential to prevent or help with meniscus tears or trouble after meniscus surgery. To learn more please click this link: www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/meniscus-recovery
Thank you for this honest video! Just had an knee meniscus repair 2 weeks ago and am doing PT and I’m someone that thinks mind over matter and am already picturing myself back in the gym but I don’t want to re injure myself again. My PT is working on my ROM and he thinks that my stiffness or limited ROM is me guarding myself. So I’ve been pushing myself to bend my knee but you’re video has made me realize to give myself grace and let my body heal! Thanks again and God bless for this informative free content!
Yes Gilda, give yourself grace!!! Let your body heal. Don't rush this process, a meniscus just heals slower than most of the body. Best of luck to you in the coming months!
Same issue with my swelling and stiffness. My PT is also very focused on ROM and every time I leave a session my medial knee is so sore and I feel like a baby for not being able to do what they want me to do.
I had my meniscus surgery in Mar 2022. Almost 8 weeks still use a walker ... my doctor said I needed crutches for 6 to 10 days and should be totally healed by now...this video gave me hopes. I am improving but not at the rate my doctor said I would
@@q23252The beginning of March. I'm almost up to four months since my bucket handle medial meniscectomy and I can bend my knee about 125°. But it's a little bit of pain in my knee getting to this range. Also some tightness. My good knee bends to about 150° (as probably is the average range of the human knee anatomy). Feeling what I'm feeling and knowing the point that I'm at, El Paso Physical Therapist's typical recovery time of about 9 to 12 months seems more realistic in my case, (and other cases too). My surgeon is telling me I'm progressing too slowly but that's what a lot of surgeons are saying from what I've been reading all over YT. These surgeon's recovery time prognosis seems a bit optimistic. Partly because of insurance reasons, I was walking around for about five months with this meniscus tear, before my March surgery. My surgeon showed me photos of my knee when I returned to get my stitches removed. He showed me how smooth my cartilage was. Absolutely no damage at all. He removed about 40% of the meniscus. Maybe it's just the lose meniscus (for five months) hanging up between the cartilage which avoided cartilage-on-cartilage rubbing, and most of the meniscus still remaining, that there wasn't much rubbing of cartilage on cartilage yet. Maybe over a number of years that could happen...who knows...But for now I'm very, very lucky. Still going to PT and doing PT at home. Just gotta keep on trucking...
@@q23252 One more thing I should have mentioned. About eight weeks ago my surgeon encouraged me to move off the cane. But I compromised. I use a cane to go to PT because I'm going through very busy crowded areas. I don't use a cane in very brief walks to a very nearby store through an uncrowded area. So I can get around now in a basically stable way without a cane. But I don't take the chance in crowded areas.
@@8sun52 What a coincidence, I had my surgery on 19 Mar 2022. I am still walking with a bracket. Can v v v slowly walk with a cane but have not ventured out yet with a cane. I can bend my injured knee about 130 deg but still feel a lot of tightness and pain in the front of my knee if I try to lift to full extension from a seated position. Life sucks pretty bad so am taking every day as it comes..doing my PT with a therapist and at home. I can lift my bracket and walk but am not confident to do it for more than 25-30 steps. I had a discoid meniscus and was told that I had a "complex major tear"
I tore my lateral meniscus and had surgery for a repair 6 weeks ago. Week 1-4 was really difficult and couldn’t see how I could get back to walking any time soon. After upping my physio and going on the exercise bike everyday for 2 weeks I’m back walking (not perfectly). There’s a lot of doom comments and it can be scary and overwhelming. However everything takes time and you will get better just hang in there and take it day by day :)
Hi, i am 62, i had my right knee medial meniscus tear in February 2024. 3 weeks ago had meniscus tear repair surgery. My surgeon told me to keep the leg in the brace still for 3 weeks. Use walker n brace only to washroom. Now after 3 weeks yesterday started physiotherapy, exercises to strengthen knee muscles and knee movements. It is very painful. As per my surgeon recovery period is 3 to 4 weeks, PT 4 weeks and painless walking after 3 months and to be back to normal it will take 6 months. I think my surgeon is right.
Hey Nelli! We really want to focus on correcting the muscle imbalances that are present that led to a meniscus tear. We prefer to target the glute muscles to help reestablish a better alignment throughout the entirety of the leg. We explain this very well and give good exercises for this in our meniscus tear playlist if you would like to learn more. Here is a link: Knee Meniscus Help th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mZ9Vh4eRH3UlmMeqOUtB-6a.html
One week post today meniscus surgery. No pain medication taken but twice.Day four put pressure walking around house lightly,icing with compression @twice a day. Yes they said I could continue daily activities pressure but I haven’t, this is really helpful. I know it takes time, listen to body when healing not rushing taking it easy for six weeks for recovery. They said I don’t need physical therapy but I know I do so I will do some physical therapy on my own, to get full range of motion. Thanks great information
I had my surgery on 11/16/2023, and my surgeon NEVER gave me ANY in-depth information before or after the surgery, and NOW, I’m still having the SAME symptoms of the popping of my knee, stiffness and swelling.
THANK YOU. THESE QUESTIONS GO OUT TO ANYONE WHO CAN ANSWER THESE AND I HOPE EVERYONE HAS A SPEEDY AND GOOD RECOVERY. 10 weeks after your meniscectomy were you able to bend your leg all the way back as far as your good leg bends back? Or are you only able to bend it about 90°? And on bending it about 90° did you feel pressure in the knee? I can bend it about 20° past 90°, but that's putting some force into it like with PT exercises. Did you still have some swelling of the knee? Were you easily able to walk up and down steps or did you still have a limited range that made it difficult? I am in my mid 60s and had a partial medial bucket handle meniscectomy. My surgeon showed me the pics. There's no wear or damage to my cartilage. He showed how smooth and undamaged it is. And I was walking around with the bucket handle meniscus tear for 5 months until the surgery! And my job is a physical one. I'm just very lucky. This is my situation. I'm trying to get an idea of all of this through searching online different resources. I'm going through PT now.
22130tulips, this is Dr. David - as an expert PT who has helped many, many people with meniscus injuries (both without surgery and right after surgery like you), 10 weeks after your menisectomy you should have 90% or better of what your motion was before your meniscus injury...unless you had a loss of motion for a long time. If you lost knee motion for more than 3 months, then it's possible that you might not get it back even after surgery. If you had full motion before surgery, then you should expect to get it back within the first 4-8 weeks. Problems that could be occurring are: 1) You're currently doing too much and need to rest - which is the point that this video is stressing 2) there's been a surgical problem 3) you need manual therapy that you're currently not getting. Possibly for a tibial shift or some other area of your knee joint that has become restricted. Number 1 is the most common reason I see. I wish you the best of luck in getting your full motion and mobility back again so you can return to your physical job 100% and better able to endure it without problems!
@@epmanualphysicaltherapy I appreciate all your input and info Dr. David. It'll give me a wider perspective moving further along the trail. I'll keep you posted. Another case history might add to your knowledge base.
I had my meniscus surgery for my lateral meniscus where it had flipped, got, pinched and torn, and they trimmed off the damaged part and I’m still not right. I have limited range of motion and a limp. My surgeon said no knee brace was needed. Basically I was gonna walk out of there and be OK. No physical therapy but I have noticed quite a bit of issues. I have pain every day. I have swelling above my knee in a horseshoe shape around my knee. and the other day I went back to see him my surgeon and he told me that I’m gonna need a young age knee replacement and quit eating. I understand I’m overweight and that does affect the joint but the way he went about it was pretty brutal. I just want my need to stop hurting and keep being mobile and I’m looking for ways to help without the injections.
Hello Ms. Melianne Swelling after surgery is normal. Swelling is your body's way of healing and after surgery your gonna need allow it to heal. What you need to do is get to the root of the problem causing your meniscus tear and knee pain. Here are some helpful videos : Knee Pain Exercises, Stretches, Advice, & Tips Playlist th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mY02hvFckRQO55HfAqDtWrM.html If you're looking for a more comprehensive exercise program for knee problems, then you've got to learn more about our 28 Day Knee Health & Wellness Boost Program. It's a 100% online and on-demand program for improving knee health. It's packed with exercises, advice and coaching from Dr. David. You can learn more about it here: www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/knee-health
Thank you Doc, I had my meniscus repair about 7 yrs ago. Now, they want 2 do it again. I don't want 2 n I was looking n found this video. Thank you, from Corpus Christi Texas ❤️
Hey Eliza! Sorry that you're having meniscus trouble again :-( We hope you can begin to get relief using help from our videos! In case you need it, here are all our meniscus videos: "Knee Meniscus Help" th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mZ9Vh4eRH3UlmMeqOUtB-6a.html
I had a partial Menisectomy for both my meniscus, mpfl reconstruction, anterior plica removal on oct 21, 2022. Nearly 1.5 years ago i fell down in my house.I had two MRI done before my surgery . In my mri there was grade 3 medial meniscus tear , subluxation of patella, and pvns . And doctor immediately told me that you are having PVNS , you should go for surgery. Before the sugical option, i tries non conventional method i.e through exercise , rest, ice but the pain did' nt go awat.But during the surgery, they told me that my plica was rubbing against the bone, thats why I am having pain in the outer side of the knee and also I had lots of inflammation in the knee. Its been 3.5 month after surgery, the pain is still there on the same place. And while pressing that area where I had initial pain, the pain feels intense,I informes my doctor he suggested few tests for rheumatoid arthritis, uric acid but all were negative. I.5 month i had a physiotherapist and thereafter till now i am doing exercise by my own. Should I wait for more time for recovery?
Hello, I grew up in White Sands, (hoping you are in El Paso, TX., that is..) I just had surgery on my medial meniscus yesterday, and the is not too bad when I am settngg in my reclining PC chair, but walking and laying down in bed is another level. Thank you for the info, My daughter had both of her knee's done about 10+ years ago. I have to apologize to her today, now that I know first hand what the pain actually is. Looking forward to more of your videos to see what I can learn for a safe recovery. I'm just glad that I did not have both knee's done at the same time. (It's an Army Thing...) lol
Thank you for this! I got a menisectomy and was told I would be able to walk pain free 5 days post surgery. Total lie. I’m on week three and the swelling is not getting better. They’ve drained it and told me to ice more often and add compression. If I had known this would make my knee worse I would’ve kept pushing through with physical therapy therapy. I was doing PT 3 months prior to surgery and it was a very slow progress, but that slow progress was def better than this. This is too painful and too swollen to do anything 😢 before I was able to walk for an hour before feeling immense pain, now I can’t even walk for 3 minutes. I wish I could go back 😢💔 why can’t surgeons be more honest. Why can’t the discharge instructions be more honest
Thank you so much for this! I’m weak 5 post op bucket handle tear repair and have only had 1 PT session. I was getting so frustrated with my recovery as I was told weight bear from day one, but sprained my ankle on the surgical knee side so this probably slowed me down - I probably would have overdone it! I feel much better after watching your video!
Hey Sarah, we are so sorry that you had to endure the surgery, a sprained ankle and on top of that, not getting the guidance you needed to properly heal! 😔 We are so glad that you are finding some relief after having watched this video! Below will be a few more links for you that may help as well: “2 Reasons Why Strengthening Your Feet Helps A Torn Meniscus” th-cam.com/video/JnBwi9wn67c/w-d-xo.html “Knee Meniscus Help” th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mZ9Vh4eRH3UlmMeqOUtB-6a.html “Knee Meniscus Surgery Help” th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1maIj5ge4oSQTqVs3RzwpqwV.html If you attempt any of the exercises provided, we recommend starting with one or two exercises, beginning with the smallest range of motion and the lowest intensity. As you feel stronger, you can gradually increase both the range of motion and intensity. It’s best to do these exercises every day throughout the day. Aim to tire out the muscle without losing form or control. Consistency is key. Always avoid working through pain; soreness and mild discomfort are normal, but pain is not. Please keep us posted on your recovery process! 🧡
Thanks for the this info doc. I’m 8 weeks out from a meniscus surgery (10 % removed due to displacement). I’m 48 years old and athletic and fit. This was caused by an acute injury while surfing. This info helps me set my expectations. I have been doing PT and I do feel Ike I was told that by 8 weeks I’d be playing tennis and doing athletic activities. While I have been improving incrementally (I have little to no pain and can walk fine for everyday activity) I do still have mild swelling and have never been able to fully bend my knee yet and thus unable to be very athletic. I can can full extend. I will be patient and check out the exercises you recommended. I have been going to the gym regularly and doing stationary bike, hip and glute work and hamstrings and quad exercises. Hopefully in 6 months I’ll be getting closer to 100 %
I' m 12 days post-surgery. In our country (Slovakia), the patient stands up and walk almost immediately, just a few hours after the procedure. In the first days, it's important to cool the knee to reduce swelling and to slowly start exercising and strengthening the quadriceps. 6 to 12 months seems too long for recovery. After my first surgery on my left knee, I had full knee function within three months. It's all about discipline.
You probably didn’t have a true repair done - having the piece cut off is quicker, but they often call it a “repair” even though it is not the meniscus being sewn back together.
I had my lateral and medial meniscus shaved, my suprapatellar removed, and some synovial tissue removed. I used crutches for the first two days, then a cane from June (my surgery) until August. Then found myself walking without needing the cane. The PT was actually surprised I had such great ROM after surgery. I was on light duty for almost a year. I get aches and a bit of soreness, but I had this issue in my knee since I was 11 and I had the surgery at 43. I'm 44 now. I'm almost 100%. Especially after being in constant pain for 30+ years.
Hello. I had a bad down a flight of steps last March & needed surgery for a torn ACL. I'm 47 & recovered quickly & was able to do everything they asked me to & post op check ups. Fast forward to a few months ago. Our big dog rammed my inner knee & i felt an immediate pain ont the inner portion of the same knee. MRI showed a lateral& bilateral tear. Got it shaved not stitched inside. I woke w/ the worst post op pain & I've had 13 surgeries ranging from abdominal, inguinal hernia repair repeated 4x& the ACL. None hurt like this 1. I'm 3 weeks out. Have been waling w/o assistance (except my structured knee brace left from the ACL). I use the brace if I'm standing or having to walk out of my house. My surgeon says I'm doing well w/ ROM. I can straighten, lift & bend while laying flat; however my knee is still very swollen & tender to the inner knee, outer knee & my entire muscle group on all sides & the top of my knee w/ the pain feeling like fire fingers being pressed into my muscles & raked up to my hip. Any ideas? My PT starts on Dec 27th. I've been doing the light stretching & excersing a bit by walking around the house & I've walked the mall w/ my daughter 2x since the 1st week was over. I was told to get up & move. U r right, my body is telling something different than the ACL. That was a breeze compared to this. I'm icing, elevating the foot to keep my leg straight, taking my meds but would appreciate any advice, ideas or words of wisdom. Bless you & Thank you. 💕🙏🏻
I had my surgery a month ago - had it on the 13th of Jan. In and out of hospital same day and my surgeon advised to go on as normal and no need for physio. Had an ACL 27 years ago and from my MRI and once he went in, there is more than what met the eye, but ultimately had a tear in my lateral body of the meniscus. I have swelling and pain worse then before. Was on crutches for a week and 2nd week walked without them. Only started physical therapy 2 weeks back but only 2 sessions. I was VERY VERY frustrated and so despondent cause i thought i was going to be pain free after the 8 months of pain i had day in and day out before the surgery so you have restored my faith in "there is light at the end of the tunnel" A question i have is besides the listening to my knee and started the therapy and the glutes, how do i alleviate the pain and swelling to take that burning pain away without meds or in conjunction with pain meds?
Hey Claudia! So sorry you had to have surgery :-( It can be very frustrating to not see progress as fast as you would like after surgery. Although recovery from surgery can take awhile, there is light at the end of the tunnel! Sounds like you are doing all the right things by focusing on listening to your knee and trying to alleviate the pain and swelling while working on strengthening your glutes. Excellent job! We have a playlist of videos that can help relieve the swelling you have as well as a playlist of videos on knee meniscus help: “Knee Swelling Help” th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mb17SwpI5eM0Uca2qvg7gsC.html "Knee Meniscus Help" th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mZ9Vh4eRH3UlmMeqOUtB-6a.html
Had posterior medial meniscus root tear surgery 6 1/2 weeks ago. Just starting weight bearing. It has swelling but stretching and icing help. Thanks for clarifying the recovery time. It is definitely frustrating and I want normalcy but I realize I have to be patient.
I just had my surgery. Today is my 4th day. Even though today is better than yesterday. It is hell not being able to do normal everyday activities. I am very active so it is a double whammy being in pain and not being able to do basic things. I have to be patient with my recovery. Thank you for this video.
I had root medical meniscus repair surgery 12/21/22 and am non weight bearing. Trying to learn how to recover and get back to more daily actives with crutches. Thanks for the video. Best I've found on TH-cam.
I just had surgery a week ago and it's healing by the stitches well and, with icing, the swelling's gone down. I honestly feel more pain from the bruising from whatever clamps they used to hold my leg and thigh in place. I'm careful when I walk to not move my knee beyond what it's about to bare. I'm careful with everything paying close attention to what my leg and knee's telling me and showing me. I've got online physical therapy since my car went out so no machine for this, although I'm sure that stimulating machine would help like it did pre-surgery. I'm glad I saw this so I'll have more realistic expectations and not hurt myself, noting and reporting closely any issues for myself and the doctor. I see the doctor Monday so I'm thinking it will be to see if the stitches can come out. I think they'll be ready to go then. They look ready now. Thank you again and God bless you ⚘️
I went 7 months with locking, pain & swelling. I just had a meniscectomy 5 days ago. I have lots of swelling and able to walk without crutches now. Looking forward to work out my glutes and get back normal. This surgery is so painful.
Thank you for this video. I just had surgery one week ago for a meniscus tear and I think I didn’t have realistic expectations for how I’d be after surgery.
Had menisectomy on August 16th 2024, on week 4 after the surgery my knee stiff and can't bend beyond 90 degree. the doctor said this is another problem (knee stiffness) due to the plica tissue that is getting thicker, since i trained myself too hard in the first 2 week then stopped in week 3 due too severe pain. then he had to forcibly bend it to 120 degrees, which was very painful and made me cry out, but said had to that so that i dont need to redo the surgery. now im entering the week 6 and it's finally can fully bended, but im still using the cructhes and can't bear weight that much. the main focus now is to bear at least 60% from my weight. the pain is still here but i think it's getting better now on my case
Hi Amymusick, You are welcome! Yes, slow down, especially after having surgery. It would also be helpful if you could speak to your employer to see if they can make accommodations for you as you are recovering. Just in case you're interested, we have a knee meniscus surgery help playlist that you might also find helpful. You can access it here: “Knee Meniscus Surgery Help” th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1maIj5ge4oSQTqVs3RzwpqwV.html Start with one or two exercises, beginning with the smallest range of motion and the lowest intensity. As you feel stronger, you can gradually increase both the range of motion and intensity. It’s best to do these exercises every day throughout the day. Aim to tire out the muscle without losing form or control. Consistency is key. Always avoid working through pain; soreness and mild discomfort are normal, but pain is not. We hope you have a speedy recovery.🙌 We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!
Hey @1man1bike1road, sorry to hear that you had to have surgery :-( We hope you get back to 100% as fast as possible!!! In case you need it, here is a playlist of our meniscus videos: "Knee Meniscus Help" th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mZ9Vh4eRH3UlmMeqOUtB-6a.html
Hey Keepchat! You are very welcome! :-) Here is a playlist with all of our content on post-knee meniscus surgeries: “Knee Meniscus Surgery Help” th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1maIj5ge4oSQTqVs3RzwpqwV.html
I’m so glad I read through the comments I had my surgery 6/4/2024 and the surgeon did have to a microfracture down to the bleeding bone and I do realize it takes a little longer to heal and I need to be more patient but it is frustrating. Also the doctor did let me know because of advanced arthritis the surgery might not work but you always hope it will work. But will not consider knee replacement because of the awful pain from this surgery.
Thank you for this, it's a relief to know the 3 months aren't a magical number! I discovered I had torn menisci in BOTH knees, but my RT one had a detached root & got surgery. (How I got that way sitting at the piano/computer working hours on music puzzles me. I was also told the 3 month rule, but somedays I get stiffness & swelling. Going down & up stairs is awkward, so I drive to a place with hand rails & non steep steps to practice a little. Going to check out your 5 glute exercises now!
4 days post op after a meniscus surgery, starting to walk but a bit stiff, thanks for the reminder and I will check the gluteus exercises, I’m a patient right now and I know to go back to work the 12 hours shift will be challenging.
Hi. I think you need to clarify expectations for partial meniscectomy vs an actual repair. I suspect this video is largely talking about a repair (though it doesn't specify, it should imho), where actual healing of the meniscus itself is required vs simply having a piece trimmed out. I'm 44 and have just had partial meniscectomy to remove a torn piece. I'm now at day 6 and can walk, cycle and go up and down stairs. Not currently taking any painkillers (I took paracetamol the first 3 days or so). Even went to the gym last night and tried a few walking lunges, and moderate weight on the leg extension machine. Contrast someone I know from badminton who recently had an actual repair and said the recovery has been brutal, and he's only recently stepped back on court after around 9 months. Definitely take with a pinch of salt.
After reading these comments and awaiting surgery for a very painful Meniscus tear I'm scared I will be worse off after the operation. I don't suppose there is any chance it will get better on its own. I am 65yrs old and only work a few hrs a day but it involves a fair bit of walking. 😢
Thanks a lot !!! I had surgery on 1 October , 2024 and started walking around apartment after 7 days…. After two weeks , I walked more …Already passed one month and 2 weeks after surgery , but I’m still in pan …..😢
Thankful I found this video I’m almost 8 weeks out from surgery back to work for 2 weeks now & in more pain than I was before the surgery! My knee locks at night in bed if it’s bent, walking hurts & getting into our sanctuary at church is the worst because there’s a ramp that I almost has to jog down because it’s so steep. Then I’m in pain the entire service.😭😒 this video gives me hope because as you stated my surgeon.. haven’t seen him since! Just the NP & PT was just suggested 6 weeks out.
2 months after meniscus surgery i felt great tried going back to my job several days layer swelling and pain. Surgeon said the surgery went fine know its arthritis! I never had arthritis so i have no measuring stick and i will have to believe him
Hey Lisa, so sorry to hear that you have been struggling after your meniscus surgery :-( We have a great playlist for meniscus injuries and how to heal them. Here is a link to that and a video that we highly recommend. "How To Test & Heal A Meniscus Tear Without Surgery" th-cam.com/video/xZCH3sznygg/w-d-xo.html "Knee Meniscus Help" th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mZ9Vh4eRH3UlmMeqOUtB-6a.html
I’m 3 days out from surgery and glad I saw this! They said I’d be able to walk out of surgery, and I could…because of the painkillers and nerve block-was old that I wouldn’t need PT because I’m active-thx for the insight!
Hey Tom! We are so sorry that you had to undergo surgery 😔 We’re glad you found our video helpful and that it provided some useful insights. Below will be a link to our Knee Meniscus Surgery Help playlist that may be beneficial to you: “Knee Meniscus Surgery Help” th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1maIj5ge4oSQTqVs3RzwpqwV.html We wish you the best on your recovery! We hope it's a smooth a process as it can be. Please keep us posted on how you are doing 🙌🏽
Thank you for this video! Can you comment on feeling pain in the opposite leg, please? I had arthroscopic surgery for a meniscus tear 4 weeks ago and have been having pain in my opposite knee/leg. I noticed this pain well before my surgery and it is ongoing.
After I hyperextended it and tore the medial meniscus the original PT-only treatment was 80% in a few months, about 18 months to 98% recovery. 30 years of pain-free click eventually became degenerative tear and PT did nothing. My surgeons do not sound like what you say. My new PT sounds exactly like my 1980s PT, like a time warp. Glutes and therabands.
Good and timely information for me. Here is my question: When you say "listen to your body", does that mean if your knees ache to just stop what you are doing? Or gently keep working through it? I am an active 60 year old long time soccer referee and tore the medial meniscus in both knees (during the same game). I am post op on two medial meniscectomyies; the left since March 2022 and right in early Dec 2022. My knees ache after PT and often make me sad. My newly repaired knee hurts less than the former. I have now lowered my recovery expectations based on this video. But each time I try to rehab (light stationary cycling followed by stretching) my knees will ache for the next three days. How much do I scale back? I can bring both heels to glute with just a bit of pain so flexibility is good. I fear my refereeing days could be over :( Thanks for your very well laid out information.
Can’t walk on my own without the crutches As I was told that both knees needs an operation Listening to your videos you encourage me me not to take the operation I would like to attend your clinic Thanks very much appreciated
I am 6 weeks post op for a Medial Root Tear Repair and Debridgement. The recovery is absolutely awful. I did a lot of research before the surgery and thought I was prepared for the recovery but I was not prepared for life to essentially stop. I wish I would have waited for a full knee replacement rather than dealing with this. My ROM is terrible, lots of swelling, constant elevation, just beginning to walk, pain is still there and worse than before surgery. Do not get this surgery!!!! PT helps a little but I feel like my knee will never be normal again! 😢
Jumping in because reading youtube comments, post op, had me so down, and in total buyers remorse. I tore my lateral meniscus 10/22 - had surgery 9/23. In the time in-between, i figured the pain was from stress induced weight gain and being out of shape, on an old acl repair, so i began to workout 5 days a week. Lost 40 lbs in 11 months, strengthened my everything to better support my knee, and none of that ultimately helped. I finally went for the MRI, then surgery.
I am now just past 4 months post op and i feel fantastic. The first couple months were pretty rough, especially when reading all the comments of people being up and walking within a week......But here i am now, 18 weeks out and i am back to most physical exercising - hour long walks took me almost 3 months - going down hill can be rough, but up is amazing. I can skip, jog, do the running man, and zero pain. I do low impact workouts, pilates machine, weight training, fast long walks, 100+ squats a day and so on. I do have a new click i hear sometime , and at a certain degree, a click that i feel. I avoid pushing into that second click that i feel to avoid any arthritic type rubbing.
Looking back, zero buyers remorse for now. I feel almost back to, pre meniscus tear, normal. I cannot get fully into child's pose as i think my muscles are still tight from over a year of the torn meniscus limiting me.
I should also mention, my injury was not really painful. I lost range of motion past 90degrees and had major swelling. and stability loss. But no pain. My knee never locked up, and it only buckled a couple times from sloppy movements.
I hope this helps lifts someones spirits.
Thanks, appreciate it.
Thanks a million for sharing ❤ ive had to surgery about a month ago and still mobilty stops a 90° on the left knee, but reading this is giving me patience 🎉
Lol. Going in for surgery Tomorrow and these comments are killing me. Lol. Thanks for the positive response.
I think you are @celladorz. Wish I could contact outside this. I hurt my knee running...Dr's goofed around with pt, drugs, just burning time so I could mri. Finally got an mri, it's a root tear meniscus, tear off the bone. My surgeon wants to get going, but I've got to go to Europe for several months, no time to rehab first (maybe 6 weeks...I have a wife and a 4 year-old--can't leave her with bags, stroller...and blood clot concer flying?). I'm 62, I do sprint triathlons, 10k...not now. I've been on the elliptical anyway, working thru pain, but I watch this and I'm sooooo depressed. I'm worried I won't make it thru Europe until fall surgery, and even then, this video says 6 to 12 months....lordy, no workout for that period? Some days no pain, others like today excruciating...anyway, there should be a group 4 this...by the way, add I'm an alcoholic 10 years clean, no smoking either....😂😅😂 Just trying to wrap my mind around this...
I am a physically active person and I started having pain in my left knee. Though it was not stopping me from daily routine, I was unable to run or sit down and stretch my knee beyond 90 degrees. I tried recovery for sometime but it was a mental block as I could not run and play badminton and other favourite stuff. Finally I got my MRI done and it was grade 2 tear for medial meniscus. I just had surgery 3 weeks ago. Currently on limited mobility and doing the therapy recommended by Physio. I am happy to see your post that you are back to normal after 18 weeks. I don’t have much pain now but I am ready to invest some more time on strengthening knee and hoping to get back to my best in next 6 months.
I'm about 8 months after my surgery, and I'd say I'm about 80% healed. I was told it would be 3-6 weeks... I can now many times walk without a limp and I recently started to do squats with minimal weight. I also somewhat recently started climbing stairs without needing to place both feet on each step. It's been very slow but my biggest regret is not doing physical therapy soon after surgery. For some reason my surgeon told me I didn't need to if I could be active on my own.
I ended up doing PT around months 3-4. Quad / leg atrophy I believe was the biggest problem for this long recovery. I was on crutches a month and a half before surgery and apparently my surgeon didn't notice my leg was already windling away. Post surgery my surgeon was also not very responsive when I would ask what type of pain I should be ok feeling. He would just say "you're fine" when I finally got to talk with him for 30 seconds. It was a very unsure period of time for myself as I had a dead quad and thought I was supposed to be running already 😂 PT helped get me back on track.
My advice is go to PT. Don't let your muscles die on you. Without your legs muscles, your knee is under great strain! Not good for recovery.
FANTASTIC information had Minsicus root repair, crutches for 6 weeks, started walking a week ago, lots of swelling and a bit of pain and sever loss of muscle from it being immobile, recovery lot longer than I expected and have been surprised how much my foot is now swelling now I no longer have it elevated.
I built up my legs a month before arthroscopic surgery to clean up lateral and medial torn meniscus. I am two weeks post op today with full range of motion and very little pain. Iced after any exercise I did and then before bed. My knee is so much better after getting the torn material out of the knee. I am a 67 year old male with no arthritis in the knee.
Hey Lee, Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! 🙌 We are so happy that your arthroscopic surgery was a success and that you have full range of motion in the area with little to no pain. Please take care! 😃
Thank you so much for sharing this, I wish a professional would have advised me to do this before my surgery over a year ago, I am still having some swelling and pain, and using a cane to walk. Best wishes on your recovery and again thank you
I did very well after surgery since 2000. I now have Osteoarthritis……24 years isn’t bad but the osteoarthritis is no joke
Good to hear. I just had the same today. The important distinction is a clean up surgery is different from a repair (sewing it back together). How much of your meniscus did you get removed? They told me today they took out 55%. Yikes!
I am so glad that I came across your video! Everything you are saying is what happened to me. I had a great Orthopedic surgeon last year in June. And I was able to walk within a week with no pain. I did the follow ups with him and all was well. I'm an Event Coordinator and I was even able to go to 2 conventions at the end of August. That was the big test and I had no problems. But nothing was ever mentioned that it would take 6-12 months to completely heal and recover. It's been 9 months since the surgery and a couple of days ago I went to a museum which lasted all day. Well now it's 3 days later, and I got up from the couch and I am limping. I walked a bit to stretch my knee out and the pain went away, and I'm walking fine. But it is a red flag that I need to do something about it. And pay closer attention to my knee and not overdo things. I thought I was being careful, but I was wrong. To the people out there reading this, I hope your surgery goes well and like he said, listen to your knee. Good luck to you all! : )
I just had surgery 3 days ago, and besides the physio exercises and having walked for about 10 minutes today, I have not done anything else. Any advice you have would be appreciated.
@@johnmurphy6556 ice it a ton! also, keep moving! i personally, would take walks every couple hours, starting from day 2 post op. Do the pt exercises like leg lifts and muscle tightening..... after a couple weeks, walking backwards in a safe area, with a guide, is huge! Go to PT! massage the leg from calf up to thigh to keep fluids moving. Elevate whenever you care. And TIME! sprinkled with patience
I had a minor medial tear of my meniscus in my left knee. Also, MRI showed a lot of arthritis. The worst was the small amount of space I had developed between the tibia and the femur bone on the inside of the knee. I had surgery 2 months ago, which he removed the minor tear, but the arthritic inside of the knee pain is the worst. He said he scraped as much arthritis from that part of the knee joint as he could. He's a reputable surgeon in the practice, but not very informative at all. After surgery I found your channel and have worked the heck out of my glutes and quads. After 7 weeks I still had a lot of pain. My family doctor told me anytime the bone is scraped it can take up to 3 months for inflammation to go down. As of the past 2 weeks I have been taking Physical therapy 2 times a week along with the exercises at home. I am glad I revisited your channel tonight as I was getting pretty discouraged because of the pain. Though I am 66, I have always been active, eat as healthy as I can and am not overweight. I have full range of motion, have never needed assistance from day one. Just dealing with the pain is the issue. I take 2 Ibuprofin and 1 tylenol per day. Thank you so very much for your insite, as it has helped me with my expectations.
Arthritis is joint inflammation. You can't 'scrape away' arthritis.
I am 10 weeks out from meniscus surgery and I had relatively low pain and very good mobility during the first month afterwards. But as time went on, I became more sore, stiffer, and at times was in great pain. Speaking to my surgeon, he thought I should continue my physical therapy for another month before thinking about a cortisone shot in the knee. Listening this to video, I learned to lower my expectations of quick recovery and what I need to do going forward. So, thank you for readjusting my expectations and setting out a road map for a pain free recovery.
You're welcome Emmett. We're glad to hear that you've got a better mindset about recovering from your meniscus surgery!!!
Just like with surgeries - every knee's requirements for healing is potentially different... my PT was fine with me doing another 2 weeks of PT, but we made the decision together to discharge since I've hit all the classic numbers and my day to day movement (walking, stairs, et cetera) I'm pain-free - age, previous strength (prior to my surgery I did everything I could to bulk up my quads/hamstrings/gastroc) all factor into the amount of rehab and time is needed to fully heal.
At this point, I'm confident I'll be back to good in another 2-3 months - but again, really trying to not rush it.
Hope you start feeling better soon Emmett!
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Same happened to me!
I’m in the same boat! Did your knee started feeling better
I had lateral and medial meniscus surgery 2 weeks ago and gradually started walking daily , then doing light mat Pilates exercises to get ROM back. Still mild swelling after exercise, so I elevate and ice the knee daily. I think "listening" to your knee is the best personal advice and Yes. do not overdo even if you think you are fine!
It's great to hear that you're back to walking and pilates Carolynne! Congratulations! Yes, it's very important to listen to your body (as long as you're improving) even if it does not align with what you're supposed to be doing according to the doctor.
When your meniscus was tear does sounds Tak tak,, and after meniscus surgery ,,is that sound stop coming or not and do you have any problem while walking ,same as another leg,, please tell me about Tak tak sound specially thanks
Two weeks since my meniscus surgery - In the medical profession so understood the length of time this may take but was never aware of the importance of strengthening the glutes! Massive thank you and will start these exercises when possible after regaining my mobility back! This channel is amazing for recovery help.
Hey Zak! Sorry you had to have meniscus surgery :-(. We are so glad that our content is helping you! It is so important to strengthen your glutes during your recovery process! We have a great playlist below that has more information on mensicus recovery help in case you're interested!
"Knee Meniscus Help"
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When your meniscus was tear does sounds Tak tak,, and after meniscus surgery ,,is that sound stop coming or not and do you have any problem while walking ,same as another leg,, please tell me about Tak tak sound specially thanks
Thank you! 🙏🏻♥️
Everything you said almost word for word is what the surgeon told me .I had meniscus surgery in July and I was told I can jog if I want to ... after watching your video, I think I'll wait a little longer... after all I tore my meniscus jogging in the first place! Thank you Doc !
Hey Myykmike Lakers13, we're glad you found this info so you can know to wait until the time is right! In case you need it, here is a playlist of all our knee meniscus videos:
"Knee Meniscus Help"
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@@epmanualphysicaltherapy Ye my surgeon told me I could restart all activity after 2-3 weeks and even gave me a green Light to go on a short holiday snowboard-vacation. At that time I didn't feel a lot of pain.
Now almost 6 months after my surgery I still have almost pain every day (sometimes for the entire day). So I fear that really screwed me over...
@@CrainerEUHow are you feeling now?
How is your knee now?? Did u have any episodes of pain/swelling?? Im really confused and devastated after my diagnosis of meniscus tear
I had meniscus repair surgery in May 2021. I would say I'm 80 percent now after physical therapy. But want to get back to normal. This video is very helpful. Thank you so very much!
We’re glad to hear you found this video helpful K C! Also it’s great that you’re 80% better! We hope you get back to normal asap!
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I'm glad I found this video. My recovery has definitely been a test of my patience. Thank you for a realistic timeline for recovery. ❤
Hi Carrie, you're welcome! Knee meniscus injuries are absolutely no fun and so frustrating to deal with. If you're interested we have a knee meniscus playlist that you could help you. You can check it out here: “Knee Meniscus Surgery Help”
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We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!
These comments make me appreciate the knowledge and honesty of my surgeon who did a bucket tear repair of my left medial meniscus along with some later meniscus cleanup. He hasn’t down played my recovery and PT any. Still, this I a great video and confirmation of the reality of serious cartilage injuries.
Thank you so much for posting this. I got a meniscus surgery last October and started becoming active again at the first of the year. I’ve been thinking my doctor got it wrong this whole time when in fact I probably should give it more time to heal and Continue to exercise.
Hey Colton! You're very welcome! Sorry to hear you had to have a meniscus surgery :-( If you are looking for more information on knee meniscus help, we have a great playlist on it!
"Knee Meniscus Help"
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I've gotten my surgery about a month ago and lets just say id rather have just done the therapy instead of the surgery to save me from all this pain and fustration. It definitely is a horrible recovery
😢 bruh same
Same for me. Surgeon said I'd be skiing 3 to 4 weeks. Not a chance. This gave me hope.
Same. I had mine in June, could not return to my line of work until end of July with limitations and mid November here came the swelling, the pain, unstable knee and getting ready to have a second surgery because it’s torn again. I had a partial menisectomy the first time. Now it’s full removal.
Meniscus repair?
@@priscillat78 why full removal?
I had a tear to my left knee meniscus & a cyst behind my knee repaired. Unfortunately I fell onto the knee & re tore it. Dr. Ordered MRI & it showed a large tear to the right knee meniscus. 6 mos after left meniscus surgery I had bilateral meniscus repair. ITT has been 3 weeks & I am still in so much pain,swelling . No rehab was ordered & dr. Told me I should be better @ 4 WKS. (NOT). So glad I discovered this post. Thank you
Hi Judy! We're so sorry to hear you fell onto your knee and re-tore it! We're glad that you discovered this post and it provided you with some help! :) Here are two playlists with knee meniscus and knee meniscus surgery help:
“Knee Meniscus Help”
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“Knee Meniscus Surgery Help”
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I’m crying right now. I’m 4 weeks from my meniscus surgery two tears front and back. I’m in more pain then Before surgery, but, I can now bare weight. The throbbing pain in my entire knee doesn’t allow me more than a couple hours of sleep at a time. Today, I was thinking, I’m not getting better and my pain is more then before surgery, I’ve made a huge mistake getting this surgery. My doctor literals told my husband and myself I would been walking and driving the day after my surgery. I can’t get me knee straight. 3 times a day I do the 4 exercises my doctor gave me. He has not even spoken of physical therapy. Should I search it out for myself? You given me so much hope! Thank you so much! I really Started to think, that this was my new painful reality. I’m going to check out the exercises you have. Are there any for getting my knee straight? Again Thank you so much!
For what it’s worth , if there’s swelling problem , buy an air cast pack , just google it , great product
Had a meniscus/cartilage surgery about a week ago. They removed 60% of posterior medial meniscus and 20% of patella lateral cartilage.
The doctor told me that I can start walking right away. To get my ROM back to normal. I start walking bearing my weight on my left knee using a walker. After 3 days my knee start feeling painful and it swollen.
I went to PT and was told I should wear crutches to begin with and do some exercises.
Anyway am walking with crutches now and moving around home slowly. Am also applying ice three times a day.
Thank you for your video and honesty. I have to be patient and take slowly and definitely listening to my body.
Tomorrow is my surgery for medial/ posterior meniscus tear. So happy I found this video and read most of the comments. I’m a runner, spin and yoga instructor so I am adjusting my expectations and definitely will listen to my knee and activate my glutes!
@@fabiod4587 even as a football/basketball player ??
@@fabiod4587 even as a football/basketball player ??
How is it now ?
Had my surgery a week back. I thought I would start walking by now as my doctor told me. But that’s not the case. It still pain horrible with lots of swelling. Thanks for the video. Helpful really. It’s better if the doctors be honest and tell us. So we are prepared.
I had my surgery 1 month ago, the Dr said I would walk out of the hospital which I did with very limited pain and limited mobility. But with each day now it seems to be getting worse. Pain and swelling! Thank you so much for this information
How’s your recovery going?
By meniscus surgery, to be more specific you mean meniscus repair.
This is the same info my surgeon told me; that a meniscus repair, which he did not advise for me, takes at least 6 months to recover from. The meniscus does not get good blood supply and heals very slowly.
Thanks very much for your helpful info!
Hey 22130tulips, yes any meniscus surgery - repair or removal.
It does heal slow, but even slower than surgeons realize - expect 9-12 months to feel solid in your knee again. And that's assuming you do everything right without any complications during the recovery.
@@epmanualphysicaltherapy I'm almost up to four month since my meniscectomy and I can bend my knee about 125°. But it's a little bit of pain in my knee getting to this range. Also some tightness. My good knee bends to about 150° (as probably is the average range of the human knee anatomy).
Feeling what I'm feeling and knowing the point that I'm at. Yeah, I'd say nine to twelve months sounds about right.
Still going to PT and doing PT at home.
Just gotta keep on trucking...
I am so sad this is exactly what happened to me. Had my surgery and was doing great. My surgeon was shocked how well I recovered. Went to Disney two months after surgery and was fine. When I got back from Disney I saw my surgeon he told me to start doing things such as walking the dogs, working in the yard etc. He said then I will know what I can and can't do. The surgeon said I can't harm the knee. Well he was wrong. I wish I would have listened to myself and saw your video and was careful because now I am in worst shape then before surgery. Now he is saying I need a knee replacement. I am in pain and limping! I wasn't even limping before the torn meniscus surgery just in pain, but nothing like I am now. I feel like he wanted me to mess it up so then they can make more money off me. What can I do at this point to get back to where I was I am trying not to do the replacement? I have had a steroid shot which didn't work and now getting gel injections. Have one more to go. I have a trip planned to Texas and Utah and still plan on going but need to do something.
how is is going? wishing you a fast recovery 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 I am watching this video 11days after Meniscus suture (26y old, physically active), thank god I started to search for youtube videos.
OH MY God Just have mine I think I made a mistake
Goodness!!! I’m 3 weeks post-op and literally listening to this video while trying to walk 2 miles 😖😫 My knee is KILLING me! I was just trying to stretch it out not knowing I might need to sit down. Thanks for this.
Whoa T Smith! Looks like you saw this video just in time! Back off on that much walking!!! There's no way your meniscus is ready for that for at least a couple of months!
You are not supposed to bear any weight for 6 weeks after the surgery 😳
@@epmanualphysicaltherapy - totally agree, I literally just started walking stairs - the most I've probably walked since surgery (three weeks ago today) is 30 minutes at the grocery store, and I won't repeat that until I've completed my 6 week PT order...
Thank you for this video.. I am 2 months post op. This sure made me feel better about my recovery! I am struggling and not sleeping well because of the pain. I am trying to be kinder to my body and listen to it. I will definatly take your advice with the exercises and more ice. THANK YOU! I am going to Roatan in 2 months and will not be doing all the things.. and I will be ok with that! Thanks again!
I have surgery for a torn meniscus in two weeks and my Doctor said I would walk out the door and get back to life.🙈 I’m glad I saw this video
Oh no Donald!!! You might postpone that and see if it's right for you to try to address it on your own!
Here's a playlist of all our videos about meniscus problems.
"Knee Meniscus Help"
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@@epmanualphysicaltherapy Hi Doc. I have written to you before and you have been very helpful. That was before I went for surgery. It's almost a week now that I went for debridement, some meniscus surgery and removal of some small shattered bones. One was quite big I must say. Size of a tiny coun🤣
I wanted to say size of a coin. Just continuing with what I was saying. Visiting my surgeon in 2 days time after the surgery. There is still some swelling and some manageable pain when I walk. I am glad I saw your video. So now I know what to expect and how to manage the healing process. Thank you for your great work.🤗
I just had a partial meniscectomy and a lateral knee release ! It’s been 2 weeks and the pain is ridiculous I can’t put any weight on it, doctor told me I would be able to put weight by 2nd week but I don’t have any strength to do that.
That’s what I needed to hear I was wandering why I was still having pain and swelling. Im so glad to know this😊
Yay!! We're glad you got confirmation about what you were wondering about Marcella!
I had my meniscus repair two weeks ago. I cry almost every day because the pain is terrible. I wish I had never gotten this done! The doctor told me by two weeks I'd be on my feet and even could return to work. My knee is like a Ballon most of the time. I did everything they told me to do and I feel like I was better leaving my knee the way it was!! I'm so exhausted. I just pray this gets better soon. If I had seen this video first I wouldn't have gotten it
Oh no Latasha! It's okay! You just need to let go of the timeframes the doctor told you. Your knee can still heal...it just takes as long as it takes. You have to be very patient and don't over-do it with your meniscus...even if the surgeon told you it is okay to proceed. We've seen soooo many people go walking for exercise, even run at the surgeon's recommendation and they're just not ready yet. Then they get irritated and swollen in their knee. People are all unique and heal at different rates. You should feel no worse pain in your knee from anything you do. If you do feel pain, it's okay and you didn't over-do it if the pain subsides within 24 hrs.
Hmmm. Meniscus repair? My understanding from what I've read, the meniscus does not get much blood flow and a meniscus repair takes upwards of 6 months or more to heal appropriately. A meniscectomy supposedly takes much less but that's not what I'm experiencing.
Go easy...l know... it's a real drag...
So sorry to hear. I had my meniscus surgery in April and thought the same thing but slow and steady. Keep going go to PT 3x a week and do little exercises at home every day in bed and on sofa. Ice at end of day 10-20 min on top and bottom of knee. Give yourself time and use the cane and knee brace. Speedy recovery ❤️🩹 6 months to a year.
I had ACL graph and meniscus repair surgery 4weeks ago because of a motorcycle accident back in April I'm 45 years old & 240 pounds with no real help those water icing machines help a ton but if your going through that much pain I would get a second opinion
Hey Latasha, this happened to me, too. The doctor told me "see me next month," "see me next month" for nine months. I finally sought a second opinion and learned that the first surgery was botched. I recommend if your pain is unrelenting or acute to the point of nausea, seek a second opinion. I had two more surgeries after the botched one and now I am feeling excellent. I wish you the best xx.
Thanks for this video, Love the hard truth. I had a Meniscus & ACL surgery yesterday. I won't be playing a basketball game for at least 1.5 years.
lol where u at now, just had the same surgery done 12 weeks ago, any advice
@@Charlie-oi4sm sorry to hear that, I’m fully recovered now. My advice is to do physiotherapy every single day. Do not skip it, NEVER.
Thanks!
You are very welcome Laura! We really appreciate your support!
You are very welcome Laura! We really appreciate your support!
Thank you for this. I'm four months post surgery, surgeon said at the start I would be able to resume running after 4-5 months but although I'm making progress I'm so not ready! Your estimate of 6-12 gives me confidence. Now off to exercise those glutes!
Hey Graham! Yes definitely, it is difficult to give an exact time frame because everyone is different! We are glad to hear that you are listening to your body and that you are focusing on strengthening the glutes! That is going to be key!
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We wish you the best on your road to recovery and hope you are able to start running again when you feel ready! 🙌🏽🏃
Just had meniscus surgery yesterday, removed 40% of it. Glad I came across your video!
Hey Ryan, sorry to hear that you had a meniscus surgery :( If you are looking for more information about what you can do to help this, here is a link to our playlist of meniscus videos:
“Knee Meniscus Help”
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You are absolutely right about surgeons because they actually don't bear the pain and the difficulty we face after the surgery. I had my miniscus and acl surgery since seven weeks.. I need to go to the college again but the problem is that there are more than 200 steps that i need to climb everyday it just scares me... Thank you for being understanding. After hearing from you am consoled that i will get healed slowly and eventually and not with the blink of an eye
Thank you for this info! I had lateral and medial meniscus shaved 5 weeks ago. Still swelling and having pain while walking. pT is going well but slow. I’ve been feeling discouraged because my doc said I’d be back to work one week post op. Your info sounds way more logical!
How are you now bro!?
I had a partial meniscectomy, the surgeon couldn't repair the meniscus so he just cut and cleaned the area. He also fished some loose bodies. He said that I could be back to normal as soon as the swelling was gone... It's been three weeks and I can walk decently but not much bending. I will listen to my knee because I don't think I'll be fully recovered in three months. Thanks for this video.
Hai I had same surgery as you..I'm in 1 weeks post opt..is it hurt when you can walk after three weeks?
I(27 active male) did surgery on Sept 24, 10days after I started the Physio, as my surgeon recommended. I was told that no intensive sports (such as running) minimum after 6 months. Fighting sports after 9 montha minimum (my final goal). My physio also told me that cartilague takes from 6 to 12 months regenerate.
My surgeon also recommended me PRP therapy so I am doing 3 shots (15mL), in germany cost 130eur/shot.
I expect to do physio 1 year, until i feel physically great, and also mentally, so I do not have any fear of my knee.
Keep going, to everyone needind this, it will be worth it in the long run. Discipline, and listen to your knee, and body🙏🏻
I really appreciate this. I am 8 weeks past 90% of my meniscus being removed.... lateral bucket handle tear. I am thin but never did a glute exercise in my life. My quad atrophied during the 7 weeks in a wheelchair. I am trying so hard to be active but I get very stiff and swollen. I felt like I should be normal by now. This was so helpful.
Am three months post minisectomy so glad I listened as I have more hope to keep plugging away with my exercises and to be patient .
How are you doing now? I am 3 months post surgery and feeling a bit discouraged that I still have as much paid as I have. Has it improved over the past couple of months for you?
@@amycalzia584 i have had a cyngel injection subsequently. It improved slightly but it's only temporary up till 9 months. I have arthritis now. Quite discouraged.
I had meniscus surgery (meniscstectomy) on left knee two years ago after aserious slip/fall on stairs. I am 62, very athletic (HIIT classes four or five days a week; one or two 30 mile bike rides most weekends; walk the dog two miles every day). Recovery was steady but slow and quite a bit of discomfort if not outright pain; it was one full year till I was pain free and fully mobile, and another six months to be all the way back, with quads back at equal strength. Wouldn't you know it, six months later, tore my right meniscus! Discouraging, but at least I know full healing is at least a year-long process. My advice: have the surgery (it works) prepare your head for a long road back, do your PT, push against the discomfort (but not into pain zone) and plan to do a lot of strengthening on the affected leg to get back to sports and fitness classes.
Thanks for sharing your experience, I am going into 10th month of the same surgery, can you share some of the exercises you did to help strengthen your leg,
Please respond, I am 10 months since my surgery, left knee partial meniscectomy and plica removal, and some arthritis cleaning, I still have swelling, and I still use a cane for walking around the house, I am not back to going to the beach or going downtown walking around,my questions for you is how long did you use a cane .
8 days ago I had a partial meniscectomy & loose body removal. It has been 6 mos. since my acute injury. I also had bone contusion & Baker's cyst Painful beyond belief. I did all the conservative measures, even a cortisone shot, but, no relief. I also had locking & clicking of my knee. I had a episode of 3 hrs. of electric shock pain in the meniscus. My knee has been my LIFE for 6 mos. and I'm ready to move on. I start PT again, next wk. My knee is swollen and is sore. Thanks for the video, I'm ready to do all it takes to get better. Another 12 mos.? Please NO , then it will be 18 mos. since the injury. I'm done w/this nightmare injury.
Hey Estelle! We are saddened to hear about your situation regarding your knee, We can understand how frustrating it must be for you to be dealing with a baker's cyst, swelling, and soreness after having a partial meniscectomy done. Recovering from a surgical procedure is quite difficult, sometimes more than expected so we encourage you to keep trying all available treatment strategies available to you. There is hope, do not give up!
Our suggestion is that you prioritize getting the pain and swelling under control before engaging in physical activities that your knee is not quite able to tolerate just yet, the following video will show you how to go about doing so:
"How To Stop Knee Swelling"
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Here are two videos that will guide you on what exercises you could consider doing along your recovery journey:
“Top 5 Glute Muscle Exercises For Knee Pain”
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“Top 6 Standing Glute Exercises To Help Knee Pain”
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We are here for you! 😄
Thank you for the advice, im about 24 hours post Meniscus surgery. I caught your video just in time. Now im rethinking how i will recover, as far as not trying to get in a hurry.
You're welcome Donald! We're glad you learned about this now and not a year from now while still suffering! We hope you recover very well and get back to doing everything you love! In case you need it, here is a playlist of all our meniscus videos:
"Knee Meniscus Help"
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Thank you for this video man. For some context, I'm 22 and suffered a bucket handle meniscus tear (lateral, left knee) and I was told by doctors and fysio it would take 6-12 weeks. This is the 12th week and after some excercise it swelled up significantly to the point where walking for 10 minutes would hurt. My fysio did tell me it would probably be at least 6 months before I am back at 80% but this video definitely helped with me feeling down about the persistent swelling.
Hey KingInfected, we're glad you got more info on why you kept swelling. These meniscus tears just take time and can't be pushed to go very fast. Make sure to take it easy and listen to your knee when trying out more activity.
I hope this info can help you or anyone else to put their meniscus situation into a little bit better perspective: I had a medial bucket handle meniscectomy the beginning of March '22. If I remember correctly now, around 3 months after the surgery I was able to get it at about 110° with some pulling it back with some pain.
I also had substantial swelling at this point.
At some point he removed some of the fluid with a needle.
My surgeon said (from the MRI) I needed about 40% of the meniscus removed.
Post surgery my surgeon did not mention anything about more meniscus being removed. Also he showed me the photographs and said I had absolutely no cartilage wear and I had been walking on this medial bucket handle meniscus tear for 5 months before the surgery! I'm just very, very lucky.
I'm not overweight at all. That probably helps a lot. If anything I'm underweight.
I was going to PT twice a week.
My surgeon said my progress was a bit too slow and I might need "manipulation" , however, on the next visit I got it to about 140°.
He was encouraged but he wanted me to get it back all the way to heal against rear end or close to it.
It's been a few weeks past 6 months and my progress is in an inch or two every three weeks or so, but it seems I'm kind of hitting a brick wall here.
I've been searching online and I found a website that recommends warm compresses for 20 minutes and then massaging the scar area for 10 minutes or so to loosen the scar up. That's what's inhibiting the range of motion (ROM), the scar tissue.
The warm compresses brings blood to that area which helps the recovery process.
At this point I only have very slight swelling.
Knowing what I know now with all the information, everybody will have a different recovery time that's influenced by the type of meniscus tear and various other contributors.
My next visit with my surgeon is in October.
@@8sun52 Thank you very much for all that information, bro.
You' re very right, it is a very individual process and the recovery time differs a lot, but your process definitely helps me in my own.
@@InfectedoOG I'm glad it helped a bit. Yeah, there's some helpful info going around here and that's a good thing.
One thing. My job is physical so a month before I went back to work, I spent about 2 days looking for knee sleeves to support my bad knee and possibly avoid my other knee from a possible meniscus tear. And, I tell you... I burnt myself out for two days looking all over but I wasn't going to give up.
The thing about all these websites for products is what's number one or two on one website is down near four or five on another website. You don't know who or what to believe.
I finally ran across this company Wonder-steps. Their knee sleeves are designed by some of the best orthopedic surgeons in the country. I try not to get blitzed by all these advertising slogans but they ARE really excellent. Their customer service IS excellent. These knee sleeves are REALLY very well made and very supportive. Just what I need.
They have a lot of verified testimonials. I ordered another pair after looking over the quality and workmanship of the first pair I ordered.
My surgery knee feels very supportive and stabilized as I walk up and down steps and walk along the walkway on my job.
They still offer their summer 45% off and free shipping. They're made in the United States.
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I'm not suggesting that you or anyone buy this and I'm not trying to tell you or anyone what to buy. Of course it's up to you, but I found this company by real experience and observation to be very reputable with truly high quality standards.
Thank you too, brother...
I’m on 5 weeks post op from a lateral bucket handle tear. Are you able to kneel now without pain?
Odd. Everybody's different. My doc told me after surgery that I could do whatever I could tolerate, and within a few weeks, I was back to normal and have never had any pain or motion limitations, even four years later.
Little over 3 weeks after a meniscus repair in my left knee. No WB first week. 50% remaining three weeks. So 4 weeks at least of the crutches and brace. Then ween from both by 6th week is their arc or recovery. Still no PT, but doing my exercises and have 80° need to be at 90° in a week. I an icing all the time, riding in the car hurts after 20 mins and I haven't driven. I think everyone has a different rate if recovery and doctors a lot fo different
Opinions on when to weight bare with meniscus surgery.
This video helps me take a deep breathe and know I'm healing at the level I should. May everyone heal quickly ❤❤
Day 8 post op....I know I am doing too much because I have not been able to walk well for the past 4 months. (swelling and tightness is back...) As an RN this is what I NEED to hear. I am only taking one week off from work mainly due to shortages and everyone I work with saying ... hey ... you are fixed! now you are good to go. next up GLUTE exercises ! Being this is my first week of recovery I should be good to go. Thank you for this mild slap I needed to remember I am not a nurse at this time.. I am a patient.
I had my partial meniscectomy 6 weeks ago....I was feeling totally fine so I went for a run than I had a sore knee next day which caused pain.....this video really helped me...I was a little confused why I got that pain....
Thank you....
Hey Nitilaksh, we're sooooo glad you found this video. Yes, that's way too soon to get back to running. You definitely need to wait until your knee heals more.
The meniscus is the shock absorber in the knee. You don't have the protection in your knee anymore from the meniscus when they remove it. You are smashing bare bones against eachother! Running is very damaging, even for healty people. You really shouldn't do it. Try cycling(smooth motion instead of jolting motion), swimming or use a rowing-machine for cardio. It's not
Okay thank you for the suggestion
@@Marie-di5gl it was a partial one and I have the most of it with me....only a little part of it is removed
@@nitilakshmangal6407 hlw I had same surgery lateral partail meniscotomy today it's complete 5week I can wallk climb stairs but I can't able to staight it completely there is still stiffness I can bend completely how did you achieve full extension plz tell me
I’m scheduled for meniscus surgery in 3 weeks. This is very good information.
I had a meniscus repair and micro fracture done 7 weeks ago
I’m still using a walker with partial weight bearing. I tried walking without the walker and could not walk. I really want to walk without a walker as soon as possible. I’m doing exercises for my knee everyday. I just want to be able to take care of my toddler :( pretty difficult phase.
Seeing your video has lowered my expectations of quick recovery. Hope time flies soon.
Very informative, thanks for sharing! i'm 1 week out of medial meniscus surgery and currently not in pain but have to use the brace & crutches for another 5 weeks which is very hard for me with kids. I will try not to rush the healing process & set my expectations accordingly.
Hey Alison! We hope you heal really fast!!! Yes, using crutches can be very disruptive, especially if you have small children. Be okay with slowly weaning off the crutches and brace. You may need more than another 5 weeks, especially if you're still swelling and painful after being on your feet without crutches.
this is the best video I seen on post meniscus surgery. i wish I had seen this video before I got my surgery. 7 months now and I'm only back around 70%, some of these doctors is like pulling teeth to get info out of them.
Thank you Juan!!! Yes many docs are not great at explaining things simply to their patients. We're glad you found our video so you can better understand what to expect after meniscus surgery.
Thank you! As much as I’ve been happy with my Ortho in the past for two carpal tunnel surgeries and good results I wasn’t given good explanation about meniscus surgery and just feel uncomfortable going through with the procedure. I think I will wait.
2015 I had a meniscus tear, the tear was surgically removed. Physical therapy completed. My knee has hurt more after surgery. It was drained once. I’ve been told by 2 doctors because it took so long for workers comp to approve the surgery arthritis happened. I was told some arthritis was cleaned up during surgery. 2022 went back to surgeon, X-ray showed arthritis, reason I went in because it has never gotten better, worse than before surgery, was hurting and limiting quality of life. Fast forward to 2023. Pain is radiating down to ankle/foot from knee, very painful, quality of reduced , debilitating. Over the counter medicine doesn’t takeaway pain, cant go up/ down stairs, hurts after 2-3 hours of standing/ walking, hurts to get up from sitting, hurts when going to sleep at night, trying to find a comfortable position. Feels best in the morning until I get moving. I have been approved by workers comp to get back into surgeon this week to see What is going on. Nervous and scared
So sorry to hear about your meniscus tear and surgery Kim :-( We have a lot of great content here to try and help people just like yourself. Here is a link to our knee meniscus surgery playlist in case you are interested:
Knee Meniscus Surgery Help
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We have also created a Knee Meniscus Recovery Program that is designed to address the common problems that lead to meniscus tears. Here is a link to our program:
Knee Meniscus Recovery Program
The Knee Meniscus Recovery Program is designed to help people have the best chance of avoiding unnecessary surgery, injections, or having to rely on pain medications. This course guides people through exercises and stretches that target key body parts that have the greatest potential to prevent or help with meniscus tears or trouble after meniscus surgery. To learn more please click this link:
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This is the most wonderful video that I have read makes so much sense. Thankyou😊
You are a real GEM doc. Thank you for the advice. 🤗
You're welcome Anju!!! We're happy to help!!!
Two weeks post surgery... thank you for this information.
Thank you for this honest video! Just had an knee meniscus repair 2 weeks ago and am doing PT and I’m someone that thinks mind over matter and am already picturing myself back in the gym but I don’t want to re injure myself again. My PT is working on my ROM and he thinks that my stiffness or limited ROM is me guarding myself. So I’ve been pushing myself to bend my knee but you’re video has made me realize to give myself grace and let my body heal! Thanks again and God bless for this informative free content!
Yes Gilda, give yourself grace!!! Let your body heal. Don't rush this process, a meniscus just heals slower than most of the body. Best of luck to you in the coming months!
Same issue with my swelling and stiffness. My PT is also very focused on ROM and every time I leave a session my medial knee is so sore and I feel like a baby for not being able to do what they want me to do.
I had my meniscus surgery in Mar 2022. Almost 8 weeks still use a walker ... my doctor said I needed crutches for 6 to 10 days and should be totally healed by now...this video gave me hopes. I am improving but not at the rate my doctor said I would
Yep. Same prognosis from my surgeon.
@@8sun52 how long since your surgery and how is your progress going?
@@q23252The beginning of March. I'm almost up to four months since my bucket handle medial meniscectomy and I can bend my knee about 125°. But it's a little bit of pain in my knee getting to this range. Also some tightness. My good knee bends to about 150° (as probably is the average range of the human knee anatomy).
Feeling what I'm feeling and knowing the point that I'm at, El Paso Physical Therapist's typical recovery time of about 9 to 12 months seems more realistic in my case, (and other cases too).
My surgeon is telling me I'm progressing too slowly but that's what a lot of surgeons are saying from what I've been reading all over YT. These surgeon's recovery time prognosis seems a bit optimistic.
Partly because of insurance reasons, I was walking around for about five months with this meniscus tear, before my March surgery.
My surgeon showed me photos of my knee when I returned to get my stitches removed. He showed me how smooth my cartilage was. Absolutely no damage at all. He removed about 40% of the meniscus. Maybe it's just the lose meniscus (for five months) hanging up between the cartilage which avoided cartilage-on-cartilage rubbing, and most of the meniscus still remaining, that there wasn't much rubbing of cartilage on cartilage yet. Maybe over a number of years that could happen...who knows...But for now I'm very, very lucky.
Still going to PT and doing PT at home.
Just gotta keep on trucking...
@@q23252 One more thing I should have mentioned. About eight weeks ago my surgeon encouraged me to move off the cane. But I compromised. I use a cane to go to PT because I'm going through very busy crowded areas. I don't use a cane in very brief walks to a very nearby store through an uncrowded area.
So I can get around now in a basically stable way without a cane. But I don't take the chance in crowded areas.
@@8sun52 What a coincidence, I had my surgery on 19 Mar 2022. I am still walking with a bracket. Can v v v slowly walk with a cane but have not ventured out yet with a cane. I can bend my injured knee about 130 deg but still feel a lot of tightness and pain in the front of my knee if I try to lift to full extension from a seated position. Life sucks pretty bad so am taking every day as it comes..doing my PT with a therapist and at home. I can lift my bracket and walk but am not confident to do it for more than 25-30 steps. I had a discoid meniscus and was told that I had a "complex major tear"
I tore my lateral meniscus and had surgery for a repair 6 weeks ago. Week 1-4 was really difficult and couldn’t see how I could get back to walking any time soon. After upping my physio and going on the exercise bike everyday for 2 weeks I’m back walking (not perfectly). There’s a lot of doom comments and it can be scary and overwhelming. However everything takes time and you will get better just hang in there and take it day by day :)
Hi, i am 62, i had my right knee medial meniscus tear in February 2024. 3 weeks ago had meniscus tear repair surgery. My surgeon told me to keep the leg in the brace still for 3 weeks. Use walker n brace only to washroom. Now after 3 weeks yesterday started physiotherapy, exercises to strengthen knee muscles and knee movements. It is very painful. As per my surgeon recovery period is 3 to 4 weeks, PT 4 weeks and painless walking after 3 months and to be back to normal it will take 6 months. I think my surgeon is right.
Hey Nelli! We really want to focus on correcting the muscle imbalances that are present that led to a meniscus tear. We prefer to target the glute muscles to help reestablish a better alignment throughout the entirety of the leg. We explain this very well and give good exercises for this in our meniscus tear playlist if you would like to learn more. Here is a link:
Knee Meniscus Help
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@@epmanualphysicaltherapy Thank you so much. I will check the link.
One week post today meniscus surgery. No pain medication taken but twice.Day four put pressure walking around house lightly,icing with compression @twice a day. Yes they said I could continue daily activities pressure but I haven’t, this is really helpful. I know it takes time, listen to body when healing not rushing taking it easy for six weeks for recovery. They said I don’t need physical therapy but I know I do so I will do some physical therapy on my own, to get full range of motion. Thanks great information
I had my surgery on 11/16/2023, and my surgeon NEVER gave me ANY in-depth information before or after the surgery, and NOW, I’m still having the SAME symptoms of the popping of my knee, stiffness and swelling.
THANK YOU.
THESE QUESTIONS GO OUT TO ANYONE WHO CAN ANSWER THESE AND I HOPE EVERYONE HAS A SPEEDY AND GOOD RECOVERY.
10 weeks after your meniscectomy were you able to bend your leg all the way back as far as your good leg bends back? Or are you only able to bend it about 90°? And on bending it about 90° did you feel pressure in the knee? I can bend it about 20° past 90°, but that's putting some force into it like with PT exercises. Did you still have some swelling of the knee? Were you easily able to walk up and down steps or did you still have a limited range that made it difficult?
I am in my mid 60s and had a partial medial bucket handle meniscectomy. My surgeon showed me the pics. There's no wear or damage to my cartilage. He showed how smooth and undamaged it is. And I was walking around with the bucket handle meniscus tear for 5 months until the surgery! And my job is a physical one. I'm just very lucky.
This is my situation. I'm trying to get an idea of all of this through searching online different resources.
I'm going through PT now.
22130tulips, this is Dr. David - as an expert PT who has helped many, many people with meniscus injuries (both without surgery and right after surgery like you), 10 weeks after your menisectomy you should have 90% or better of what your motion was before your meniscus injury...unless you had a loss of motion for a long time.
If you lost knee motion for more than 3 months, then it's possible that you might not get it back even after surgery.
If you had full motion before surgery, then you should expect to get it back within the first 4-8 weeks.
Problems that could be occurring are:
1) You're currently doing too much and need to rest - which is the point that this video is stressing
2) there's been a surgical problem
3) you need manual therapy that you're currently not getting. Possibly for a tibial shift or some other area of your knee joint that has become restricted.
Number 1 is the most common reason I see.
I wish you the best of luck in getting your full motion and mobility back again so you can return to your physical job 100% and better able to endure it without problems!
@@epmanualphysicaltherapy I appreciate all your input and info Dr. David. It'll give me a wider perspective moving further along the trail. I'll keep you posted. Another case history might add to your knowledge base.
When do you recommend going back to work as a nurse after an ACL reconstruction with using quad tendon & meniscus medial tear bucket handle repair?
I had my meniscus surgery for my lateral meniscus where it had flipped, got, pinched and torn, and they trimmed off the damaged part and I’m still not right. I have limited range of motion and a limp. My surgeon said no knee brace was needed. Basically I was gonna walk out of there and be OK. No physical therapy but I have noticed quite a bit of issues. I have pain every day. I have swelling above my knee in a horseshoe shape around my knee. and the other day I went back to see him my surgeon and he told me that I’m gonna need a young age knee replacement and quit eating. I understand I’m overweight and that does affect the joint but the way he went about it was pretty brutal. I just want my need to stop hurting and keep being mobile and I’m looking for ways to help without the injections.
Hello Ms. Melianne
Swelling after surgery is normal. Swelling is your body's way of healing and after surgery your gonna need allow it to heal. What you need to do is get to the root of the problem causing your meniscus tear and knee pain.
Here are some helpful videos :
Knee Pain Exercises, Stretches, Advice, & Tips Playlist
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If you're looking for a more comprehensive exercise program for knee problems, then you've got to learn more about our 28 Day Knee Health & Wellness Boost Program. It's a 100% online and on-demand program for improving knee health. It's packed with exercises, advice and coaching from Dr. David.
You can learn more about it here:
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Just had one 5days ago. Was told i'd be good to go in 2 to 3weeks.Thanx dr David for the valuable info
Thank you Doc, I had my meniscus repair about 7 yrs ago. Now, they want 2 do it again. I don't want 2 n I was looking n found this video. Thank you, from Corpus Christi Texas ❤️
Hey Eliza! Sorry that you're having meniscus trouble again :-(
We hope you can begin to get relief using help from our videos!
In case you need it, here are all our meniscus videos:
"Knee Meniscus Help"
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I had a partial Menisectomy for both my meniscus, mpfl reconstruction, anterior plica removal on oct 21, 2022. Nearly 1.5 years ago i fell down in my house.I had two MRI done before my surgery . In my mri there was grade 3 medial meniscus tear , subluxation of patella, and pvns . And doctor immediately told me that you are having PVNS , you should go for surgery. Before the sugical option, i tries non conventional method i.e through exercise , rest, ice but the pain did' nt go awat.But during the surgery, they told me that my plica was rubbing against the bone, thats why I am having pain in the outer side of the knee and also I had lots of inflammation in the knee. Its been 3.5 month after surgery, the pain is still there on the same place. And while pressing that area where I had initial pain, the pain feels intense,I informes my doctor he suggested few tests for rheumatoid arthritis, uric acid but all were negative.
I.5 month i had a physiotherapist and thereafter till now i am doing exercise by my own.
Should I wait for more time for recovery?
Hello, I grew up in White Sands, (hoping you are in El Paso, TX., that is..) I just had surgery on my medial meniscus yesterday, and the is not too bad when I am settngg in my reclining PC chair, but walking and laying down in bed is another level. Thank you for the info, My daughter had both of her knee's done about 10+ years ago. I have to apologize to her today, now that I know first hand what the pain actually is. Looking forward to more of your videos to see what I can learn for a safe recovery. I'm just glad that I did not have both knee's done at the same time. (It's an Army Thing...) lol
Thank you for this! I got a menisectomy and was told I would be able to walk pain free 5 days post surgery. Total lie. I’m on week three and the swelling is not getting better. They’ve drained it and told me to ice more often and add compression. If I had known this would make my knee worse I would’ve kept pushing through with physical therapy therapy. I was doing PT 3 months prior to surgery and it was a very slow progress, but that slow progress was def better than this. This is too painful and too swollen to do anything 😢 before I was able to walk for an hour before feeling immense pain, now I can’t even walk for 3 minutes. I wish I could go back 😢💔 why can’t surgeons be more honest. Why can’t the discharge instructions be more honest
Thank you so much for this! I’m weak 5 post op bucket handle tear repair and have only had 1 PT session. I was getting so frustrated with my recovery as I was told weight bear from day one, but sprained my ankle on the surgical knee side so this probably slowed me down - I probably would have overdone it! I feel much better after watching your video!
Hey Sarah, we are so sorry that you had to endure the surgery, a sprained ankle and on top of that, not getting the guidance you needed to properly heal! 😔
We are so glad that you are finding some relief after having watched this video! Below will be a few more links for you that may help as well:
“2 Reasons Why Strengthening Your Feet Helps A Torn Meniscus”
th-cam.com/video/JnBwi9wn67c/w-d-xo.html
“Knee Meniscus Help”
th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mZ9Vh4eRH3UlmMeqOUtB-6a.html
“Knee Meniscus Surgery Help”
th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1maIj5ge4oSQTqVs3RzwpqwV.html
If you attempt any of the exercises provided, we recommend starting with one or two exercises, beginning with the smallest range of motion and the lowest intensity. As you feel stronger, you can gradually increase both the range of motion and intensity. It’s best to do these exercises every day throughout the day. Aim to tire out the muscle without losing form or control. Consistency is key. Always avoid working through pain; soreness and mild discomfort are normal, but pain is not.
Please keep us posted on your recovery process! 🧡
Thanks for the this info doc. I’m 8 weeks out from a meniscus surgery (10 % removed due to displacement). I’m 48 years old and athletic and fit. This was caused by an acute injury while surfing. This info helps me set my expectations. I have been doing PT and I do feel Ike I was told that by 8 weeks I’d be playing tennis and doing athletic activities. While I have been improving incrementally (I have little to no pain and can walk fine for everyday activity) I do still have mild swelling and have never been able to fully bend my knee yet and thus unable to be very athletic. I can can full extend. I will be patient and check out the exercises you recommended. I have been going to the gym regularly and doing stationary bike, hip and glute work and hamstrings and quad exercises. Hopefully in 6 months I’ll be getting closer to 100 %
How are you now bro ??
Aww what a lovely human you are….thank you
Thank you very much 🧡
I' m 12 days post-surgery. In our country (Slovakia), the patient stands up and walk almost immediately, just a few hours after the procedure. In the first days, it's important to cool the knee to reduce swelling and to slowly start exercising and strengthening the quadriceps. 6 to 12 months seems too long for recovery. After my first surgery on my left knee, I had full knee function within three months. It's all about discipline.
You probably didn’t have a true repair done - having the piece cut off is quicker, but they often call it a “repair” even though it is not the meniscus being sewn back together.
I had my lateral and medial meniscus shaved, my suprapatellar removed, and some synovial tissue removed. I used crutches for the first two days, then a cane from June (my surgery) until August. Then found myself walking without needing the cane. The PT was actually surprised I had such great ROM after surgery. I was on light duty for almost a year. I get aches and a bit of soreness, but I had this issue in my knee since I was 11 and I had the surgery at 43. I'm 44 now. I'm almost 100%. Especially after being in constant pain for 30+ years.
Hello. I had a bad down a flight of steps last March & needed surgery for a torn ACL. I'm 47 & recovered quickly & was able to do everything they asked me to & post op check ups. Fast forward to a few months ago. Our big dog rammed my inner knee & i felt an immediate pain ont the inner portion of the same knee. MRI showed a lateral& bilateral tear. Got it shaved not stitched inside. I woke w/ the worst post op pain & I've had 13 surgeries ranging from abdominal, inguinal hernia repair repeated 4x& the ACL. None hurt like this 1.
I'm 3 weeks out. Have been waling w/o assistance (except my structured knee brace left from the ACL). I use the brace if I'm standing or having to walk out of my house. My surgeon says I'm doing well w/ ROM. I can straighten, lift & bend while laying flat; however my knee is still very swollen & tender to the inner knee, outer knee & my entire muscle group on all sides & the top of my knee w/ the pain feeling like fire fingers being pressed into my muscles & raked up to my hip. Any ideas?
My PT starts on Dec 27th. I've been doing the light stretching & excersing a bit by walking around the house & I've walked the mall w/ my daughter 2x since the 1st week was over. I was told to get up & move. U r right, my body is telling something different than the ACL. That was a breeze compared to this. I'm icing, elevating the foot to keep my leg straight, taking my meds but would appreciate any advice, ideas or words of wisdom. Bless you & Thank you. 💕🙏🏻
How much do appreciate you !!!! Thanks so much for the hope and information .
I had my surgery a month ago - had it on the 13th of Jan. In and out of hospital same day and my surgeon advised to go on as normal and no need for physio. Had an ACL 27 years ago and from my MRI and once he went in, there is more than what met the eye, but ultimately had a tear in my lateral body of the meniscus. I have swelling and pain worse then before. Was on crutches for a week and 2nd week walked without them. Only started physical therapy 2 weeks back but only 2 sessions. I was VERY VERY frustrated and so despondent cause i thought i was going to be pain free after the 8 months of pain i had day in and day out before the surgery so you have restored my faith in "there is light at the end of the tunnel" A question i have is besides the listening to my knee and started the therapy and the glutes, how do i alleviate the pain and swelling to take that burning pain away without meds or in conjunction with pain meds?
Hey Claudia! So sorry you had to have surgery :-( It can be very frustrating to not see progress as fast as you would like after surgery. Although recovery from surgery can take awhile, there is light at the end of the tunnel! Sounds like you are doing all the right things by focusing on listening to your knee and trying to alleviate the pain and swelling while working on strengthening your glutes. Excellent job! We have a playlist of videos that can help relieve the swelling you have as well as a playlist of videos on knee meniscus help:
“Knee Swelling Help”
th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mb17SwpI5eM0Uca2qvg7gsC.html
"Knee Meniscus Help"
th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mZ9Vh4eRH3UlmMeqOUtB-6a.html
Had posterior medial meniscus root tear surgery 6 1/2 weeks ago. Just starting weight bearing. It has swelling but stretching and icing help. Thanks for clarifying the recovery time. It is definitely frustrating and I want normalcy but I realize I have to be patient.
How is it now
I just had my surgery. Today is my 4th day. Even though today is better than yesterday. It is hell not being able to do normal everyday activities. I am very active so it is a double whammy being in pain and not being able to do basic things. I have to be patient with my recovery. Thank you for this video.
I had root medical meniscus repair surgery 12/21/22 and am non weight bearing. Trying to learn how to recover and get back to more daily actives with crutches. Thanks for the video. Best I've found on TH-cam.
I just had surgery a week ago and it's healing by the stitches well and, with icing, the swelling's gone down. I honestly feel more pain from the bruising from whatever clamps they used to hold my leg and thigh in place. I'm careful when I walk to not move my knee beyond what it's about to bare. I'm careful with everything paying close attention to what my leg and knee's telling me and showing me. I've got online physical therapy since my car went out so no machine for this, although I'm sure that stimulating machine would help like it did pre-surgery. I'm glad I saw this so I'll have more realistic expectations and not hurt myself, noting and reporting closely any issues for myself and the doctor. I see the doctor Monday so I'm thinking it will be to see if the stitches can come out. I think they'll be ready to go then. They look ready now. Thank you again and God bless you ⚘️
I went 7 months with locking, pain & swelling. I just had a meniscectomy 5 days ago. I have lots of swelling and able to walk without crutches now. Looking forward to work out my glutes and get back normal. This surgery is so painful.
Same. I could walk with a torn meniscus before but not anymore. 2 months ago I had a partial menisectomy done and it’s worse now..
What did your doctor say? Do you need another surgery?
Thank you for this video. I just had surgery one week ago for a meniscus tear and I think I didn’t have realistic expectations for how I’d be after surgery.
Had menisectomy on August 16th 2024, on week 4 after the surgery my knee stiff and can't bend beyond 90 degree. the doctor said this is another problem (knee stiffness) due to the plica tissue that is getting thicker, since i trained myself too hard in the first 2 week then stopped in week 3 due too severe pain. then he had to forcibly bend it to 120 degrees, which was very painful and made me cry out, but said had to that so that i dont need to redo the surgery. now im entering the week 6 and it's finally can fully bended, but im still using the cructhes and can't bear weight that much. the main focus now is to bear at least 60% from my weight. the pain is still here but i think it's getting better now on my case
Thanks for this!! I am 66 and have a very physical job. I needed the reminder to "slow down and listen to my body."
Hi Amymusick, You are welcome! Yes, slow down, especially after having surgery. It would also be helpful if you could speak to your employer to see if they can make accommodations for you as you are recovering. Just in case you're interested, we have a knee meniscus surgery help playlist that you might also find helpful. You can access it here:
“Knee Meniscus Surgery Help”
th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1maIj5ge4oSQTqVs3RzwpqwV.html
Start with one or two exercises, beginning with the smallest range of motion and the lowest intensity. As you feel stronger, you can gradually increase both the range of motion and intensity. It’s best to do these exercises every day throughout the day. Aim to tire out the muscle without losing form or control. Consistency is key. Always avoid working through pain; soreness and mild discomfort are normal, but pain is not.
We hope you have a speedy recovery.🙌 We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!
@@epmanualphysicaltherapy Thank you so much! I'm checking it out.
had my surgery 5 days ago thanks for keeping me on the level
Hey @1man1bike1road, sorry to hear that you had to have surgery :-(
We hope you get back to 100% as fast as possible!!!
In case you need it, here is a playlist of our meniscus videos:
"Knee Meniscus Help"
th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mZ9Vh4eRH3UlmMeqOUtB-6a.html
Thanks for helping us
Hey Keepchat! You are very welcome! :-) Here is a playlist with all of our content on post-knee meniscus surgeries:
“Knee Meniscus Surgery Help”
th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1maIj5ge4oSQTqVs3RzwpqwV.html
I’m so glad I read through the comments I had my surgery 6/4/2024 and the surgeon did have to a microfracture down to the bleeding bone and I do realize it takes a little longer to heal and I need to be more patient but it is frustrating. Also the doctor did let me know because of advanced arthritis the surgery might not work but you always hope it will work. But will not consider knee replacement because of the awful pain from this surgery.
Thank you for this, it's a relief to know the 3 months aren't a magical number! I discovered I had torn menisci in BOTH knees, but my RT one had a detached root & got surgery. (How I got that way sitting at the piano/computer working hours on music puzzles me. I was also told the 3 month rule, but somedays I get stiffness & swelling. Going down & up stairs is awkward, so I drive to a place with hand rails & non steep steps to practice a little. Going to check out your 5 glute exercises now!
4 days post op after a meniscus surgery, starting to walk but a bit stiff, thanks for the reminder and I will check the gluteus exercises, I’m a patient right now and I know to go back to work the 12 hours shift will be challenging.
Hi. I think you need to clarify expectations for partial meniscectomy vs an actual repair. I suspect this video is largely talking about a repair (though it doesn't specify, it should imho), where actual healing of the meniscus itself is required vs simply having a piece trimmed out. I'm 44 and have just had partial meniscectomy to remove a torn piece. I'm now at day 6 and can walk, cycle and go up and down stairs. Not currently taking any painkillers (I took paracetamol the first 3 days or so). Even went to the gym last night and tried a few walking lunges, and moderate weight on the leg extension machine. Contrast someone I know from badminton who recently had an actual repair and said the recovery has been brutal, and he's only recently stepped back on court after around 9 months. Definitely take with a pinch of salt.
After reading these comments and awaiting surgery for a very painful Meniscus tear I'm scared I will be worse off after the operation. I don't suppose there is any chance it will get better on its own. I am 65yrs old and only work a few hrs a day but it involves a fair bit of walking. 😢
Thanks a lot !!! I had surgery on 1 October , 2024 and started walking around apartment after 7 days…. After two weeks , I walked more …Already passed one month and 2 weeks after surgery , but I’m still in pan …..😢
Just came back home after meniscus surgery, I’ll take your advice…
Thankful I found this video I’m almost 8 weeks out from surgery back to work for 2 weeks now & in more pain than I was before the surgery! My knee locks at night in bed if it’s bent, walking hurts & getting into our sanctuary at church is the worst because there’s a ramp that I almost has to jog down because it’s so steep. Then I’m in pain the entire service.😭😒 this video gives me hope because as you stated my surgeon.. haven’t seen him since! Just the NP & PT was just suggested 6 weeks out.
2 months after meniscus surgery i felt great tried going back to my job several days layer swelling and pain. Surgeon said the surgery went fine know its arthritis! I never had arthritis so i have no measuring stick and i will have to believe him
Hey Lisa, so sorry to hear that you have been struggling after your meniscus surgery :-( We have a great playlist for meniscus injuries and how to heal them. Here is a link to that and a video that we highly recommend.
"How To Test & Heal A Meniscus Tear Without Surgery"
th-cam.com/video/xZCH3sznygg/w-d-xo.html
"Knee Meniscus Help"
th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mZ9Vh4eRH3UlmMeqOUtB-6a.html
I’m 3 days out from surgery and glad I saw this! They said I’d be able to walk out of surgery, and I could…because of the painkillers and nerve block-was old that I wouldn’t need PT because I’m active-thx for the insight!
Hey Tom! We are so sorry that you had to undergo surgery 😔 We’re glad you found our video helpful and that it provided some useful insights.
Below will be a link to our Knee Meniscus Surgery Help playlist that may be beneficial to you:
“Knee Meniscus Surgery Help”
th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1maIj5ge4oSQTqVs3RzwpqwV.html
We wish you the best on your recovery! We hope it's a smooth a process as it can be. Please keep us posted on how you are doing 🙌🏽
Thank you for this video! Can you comment on feeling pain in the opposite leg, please? I had arthroscopic surgery for a meniscus tear 4 weeks ago and have been having pain in my opposite knee/leg. I noticed this pain well before my surgery and it is ongoing.
After I hyperextended it and tore the medial meniscus the original PT-only treatment was 80% in a few months, about 18 months to 98% recovery. 30 years of pain-free click eventually became degenerative tear and PT did nothing. My surgeons do not sound like what you say. My new PT sounds exactly like my 1980s PT, like a time warp. Glutes and therabands.
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Good and timely information for me. Here is my question: When you say "listen to your body", does that mean if your knees ache to just stop what you are doing? Or gently keep working through it? I am an active 60 year old long time soccer referee and tore the medial meniscus in both knees (during the same game). I am post op on two medial meniscectomyies; the left since March 2022 and right in early Dec 2022. My knees ache after PT and often make me sad. My newly repaired knee hurts less than the former. I have now lowered my recovery expectations based on this video. But each time I try to rehab (light stationary cycling followed by stretching) my knees will ache for the next three days. How much do I scale back? I can bring both heels to glute with just a bit of pain so flexibility is good. I fear my refereeing days could be over :( Thanks for your very well laid out information.
Can’t walk on my own without the crutches
As I was told that both knees needs an operation
Listening to your videos you encourage me me not to take the operation
I would like to attend your clinic
Thanks very much appreciated
How are doing now? No surgery?
I am 6 weeks post op for a Medial Root Tear Repair and Debridgement. The recovery is absolutely awful. I did a lot of research before the surgery and thought I was prepared for the recovery but I was not prepared for life to essentially stop. I wish I would have waited for a full knee replacement rather than dealing with this. My ROM is terrible, lots of swelling, constant elevation, just beginning to walk, pain is still there and worse than before surgery. Do not get this surgery!!!! PT helps a little but I feel like my knee will never be normal again! 😢
Update: I am now 4 months post op and am doing much better and knee is doing great. However, I still would NOT recommend this surgery!!!