Question 1

can you suggest the best position in order to achieve most comfort while sleeping with torn meniscus?

Accepted Answer

No: The knee may feel better if it is slightly flexed, but there is no one position that would be ideal for everyone because not all tears occur in the same place in the knee.  You can have a tear in the front and/or back of the medial and/or lateral meniscus. Even if there was one "best" position to sleep in, it is unlikely that you would stay in that position all night after you fall asleep.

Question 2

could you suggest the best position and props to achieve most comfort while sleeping with torn meniscus?

Accepted Answer

It depends: There are 2 menisci in the knee, medial and lateral.  Tears can be anterior (in the front) or posteriorly (in the back). The most common tear is medial and posterior. Sleeping with the knee partially propped up in flexion will work, but your knee will typically tell you what feels best. If it continues to interfere with sleep and activites of daily living, you shuld have it treated (arthroscopy).

Question 3

taking mobic (meloxicam) for torn meniscus for a week. not improving. any advice? can't sit at work or drive or sleep comfortably.

Accepted Answer

Arthroscopicsurgery: A torn meniscus often requires surgery.  If you have not seen an orthopedist (surgeon specializing in bones and joints), then perhaps it is time that you do.  If the Mobic (meloxicam) is not helping at all, you may need surgery to correct the problem.  The surgery is usually done arthroscopically (using a tiny camera and instruments) and requires only three small incisions.  It is usually very well tolerated.

Question 4

what's the best way to recover from a torn meniscus in the knee?

Accepted Answer

Surgery?: The majority of meniscus tears in younger people are treated surgically. If the meniscus is torn in the correct spot, it can be repaired, unfortunately most require surgical excision of the tear.  Rehab usually lasts 4-6 weeks after the surgery.

Question 5

torn
meniscus with knee ulcer. what is best treatment?

Accepted Answer

Need arthroscopy: Usually arthroscopy can fully determine and often treat a torn meniscus. Mri might be interpreted incorrectly and often a surgeon will either find the MRI not representing what they  see during video arthroscopy. The ulcer however should be better explained as it can be due to a number of causes and treatment will vary depending on the cause. Find an orthopedic specialist who treats athletes.

Question 6

what is best excerse for torn meniscus that can't be repaired because of arthritis  is hydro therapy good what kind of excerise can i do to help pain?

Accepted Answer

Lower impact: Low impact exercises that emphasize repetition and endurance would be best.  Good examples include walking, exercise bicycles, ellipticals, stair master.  Use pain as your guide.  Regularly stretching is also good for flexibility and range of motion.

Question 7

what type knee brace would you suggest for a torn meniscus i've had surgery to fix it yet i still have a lot of instability issues?

Accepted Answer

Hinged brace + PT: The best braces to decrease the chances of having instability episodes are hinged knee braces. Even with these braces, however, you may still experience instability. Your best bet to decrease these episodes is to begin a focused exercise protocol to strengthen your quadriceps, hamstrings, and hip abductor &amp; adductor muscles. I often prescribe physical therapy for these injuries.

Question 8

had knee arthroscopy for torn meniscus & was trimmed. 7 weeks from surgery still have pain (1-10) about a 5 when i get up from a sitting position for lets say the first 6 steps & then okay. this pain was a 3 before but started walking more. normal?

Accepted Answer

: It may be secondary to delayed postoperative healing, but complications may have interrupted recovery.  To be on safe side, contact your orthopedic surgeon, have a followup visit, and get an  opinion.  Physical therapy, incorporating exercise, may stabilize your symptoms and allow you to "turn the corner".

Question 9

i have a torn meniscus diagnosed july. had a cortisone shot. not helping. hurting daily when i walk and even when im laying down. no insurance. what are the best home treatments i should do to stop the constant pain? im 62-& 75 lbs overweight?

Accepted Answer

: torn from accident or without accident? all things will heal (I had it at 69yo and it healed) but your weight make it doubtful to heal adequately for good function and painless activity. do you have also high blood pressure or diabetes? lack of activity at your age and all illnesses altogether put your longevity at severe risk. Please go veggies like me as I had very high cholesterol + high sugar

Question 10

hello i have very bad knee pain and osteoarthritis and a torn meniscus, but would like to take up cycling. which type of bike / cycling is best for me? a track bike (cycling one-speed bike on flat surfaces), or a racer bike or a mountain bike?thanks?

Accepted Answer

: You should see your orthopedic doctor to find out the answers to this question from someone who knows your knee best. It is likely that a track bike is your best bet but your orthopedic doctor would know best as he/she knows exactly what is wrong with your knee and how best to avoid further injury. Good luck!

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Taking mobic (meloxicam) for torn meniscus for a week. not improving. any advice? can't sit at work or drive or sleep comfortably.

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What's the best way to recover from a torn meniscus in the knee?

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Torn meniscus with knee ulcer. what is best treatment?

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What is best excerse for torn meniscus that can't be repaired because of arthritis is hydro therapy good what kind of excerise can i do to help pain?

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What type knee brace would you suggest for a torn meniscus i've had surgery to fix it yet i still have a lot of instability issues?

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Had knee arthroscopy for torn meniscus & was trimmed. 7 weeks from surgery still have pain (1-10) about a 5 when i get up from a sitting position for lets say the first 6 steps & then okay. this pain was a 3 before but started walking more. normal?

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I have a torn meniscus diagnosed july. had a cortisone shot. not helping. hurting daily when i walk and even when im laying down. no insurance. what are the best home treatments i should do to stop the constant pain? im 62-& 75 lbs overweight?

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Hello i have very bad knee pain and osteoarthritis and a torn meniscus, but would like to take up cycling. which type of bike / cycling is best for me? a track bike (cycling one-speed bike on flat surfaces), or a racer bike or a mountain bike?thanks?

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