Question 1

Had knee arthroscopy for a torn knee meniscus which was trimmed. now 6 week out , just mild pain morning only but i have fluid buildup protruding from my knee cap (half a tennis ball). ive been icing, elevating my foot, was taking motrin.why happng?

Accepted Answer

This should be seen by the surgeon who did your arthroscopy. Your surgeon will know exactly what was done and whether having a fluid collection is part of your recovery or if it is unexpected. He may be able to get a sample of the fluid for analysis to find out what is causing this fluid to collect. So, see your surgeon. Best of luck to you! Feel better soon!

Question 2

Sudden onset of knee pain with specific movement. l knee pn. history of meniscus damage with arthroscopic surgery 5+ years ago.

developing sudden onset of pain while extending knee from bent position while bearing weight. pn located from outside-center

Accepted Answer

You may have a retear or other problem to the knee. Since you are able to reproduce pain with the same motion the problem is likely mechanical in nature. Go see your ortho and have an MRI done.

Question 3

What is the recovery time after knee meniscus surgery?

Accepted Answer

Most routine arthroscopic meniscus procedure take about 4-6 weeks for
recovery.
Usually you are wlaking well within a few
days
but it usually takes 4-6 weeks to rehab
so you can resume activities and sports.

Question 4

What is the difference between an orthoscopic surgery for a knee meniscus and a repair?

Accepted Answer

When a meniscus tear requires surgery, there are two types: meniscal repair or meniscal resection.  Resection means "removal" and repair means that no mensicus is removed, rather the tear is sewn back together.  Your surgeon makes the decision based on the tear pattern, age and location of tear, etc. The two procedures have very different recovery times with the repair often taking 3x longer.

Question 5

How soon can be i can start pt after meniscus repair arthroscopic surgery. what can i do as exercise, and and diet plan.

Accepted Answer

Physical therapy after surgery should always be guided by the surgeon. In general meniscal repair is a much slower rehab process than partial meniscectomy but at age 22 it would be beneficial to preserve as much as your meniscus as possible so it would be worth the extra rehab if your surgeon thinks your meniscus would heal if it is repaired. In any case pick a good surgeon and trust him/her.

Question 6

What are good physical therapy exercises post arthroscopic surgery due to a meniscus tear?

Accepted Answer

There are four basic set of exercise’s
quadriceps contraction
hamstring contraction
gluteal sets
straight leg raises
please the web site to see how are done.Good luck thanks.

Question 7

On a second arthroscopy in my husband's  knee (1st one was to repair meniscus) pics show white, stringy, puss substance inside:any clues what it is?

Accepted Answer

If understand the question, most likely the picture show the suture they used to repair your husband cartilage. Those suture dose not dissolve.

Question 8

Constant hip ache/pain worse when resting, can't get comfortable. had knee arthroscopy 4 weeks ago for torn meniscus but had hip pain prior to op?

Accepted Answer

Many potential causes, one of the moe common is known as ileotibial band syndrome, which runs down the outside of the hip, down the lateral thigh, and inserts on the outside of the knee.  Don't hesitate to be seen for a specific diagnosis and to discuss treatment options.

Question 9

I have a cyst in my left knee close to the medial meniscus. there is no meniscus tear (confirmed via mri & arthroscopy). could it be a ganglion cyst?

Accepted Answer

It could be a ganglion, although meniscal cysts are relatively common, and the difference is probably not important. Speak to your orthopedist if you are in pain to explore your treatment options.

Question 10

Painful cyst in left knee adjacent to posterior horn of medial meniscus. no meniscus tear (confirmed via mri & arthroscopy). treatment options?

Accepted Answer

1-injection of steroid in the cyst with attempt to empty it the same time.
2-excision of the cyst. I would prefer the excision because they send to pathology and see what is it.

Exercises after arthroscopic surgery and knee meniscus

Had knee arthroscopy for a torn knee meniscus which was trimmed. now 6 week out , just mild pain morning only but i have fluid buildup protruding from my knee cap (half a tennis ball). ive been icing, elevating my foot, was taking motrin.why happng?

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Sudden onset of knee pain with specific movement. l knee pn. history of meniscus damage with arthroscopic surgery 5+ years ago. developing sudden onset of pain while extending knee from bent position while bearing weight. pn located from outside-center

What is the recovery time after knee meniscus surgery?

What is the difference between an orthoscopic surgery for a knee meniscus and a repair?

How soon can be i can start pt after meniscus repair arthroscopic surgery. what can i do as exercise, and and diet plan.

What are good physical therapy exercises post arthroscopic surgery due to a meniscus tear?

On a second arthroscopy in my husband's knee (1st one was to repair meniscus) pics show white, stringy, puss substance inside:any clues what it is?

Constant hip ache/pain worse when resting, can't get comfortable. had knee arthroscopy 4 weeks ago for torn meniscus but had hip pain prior to op?

I have a cyst in my left knee close to the medial meniscus. there is no meniscus tear (confirmed via mri & arthroscopy). could it be a ganglion cyst?

Painful cyst in left knee adjacent to posterior horn of medial meniscus. no meniscus tear (confirmed via mri & arthroscopy). treatment options?

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