Question 1

what is the recovery time on a torn meniscus?

Accepted Answer

1-6 weeks: For meniscus surgeries in an otherwise healthy patient in excellent condition, the arthroscopy does not need too much time to recover from. I have had patients walk out from surgery and never turn back. However, patients are often deconditioned because of the injury. This causes muscle (especially quads) weakness and inhibition that takes longer to recover from.

Question 2

do i have to be on crutches if i have a torn meniscus?

Accepted Answer

Meniscus Injury: You do not necessarily have to be on crutches with a torn meniscus. Meniscus tears come in several shapes and sizes. Many people have a torn meniscus without even knowing it. Crutches are used for large, especially bucket handle, meniscus tears to protect the meniscus in preparation for a surgical repair. Meniscus tears that are asymptomatic or smaller usually do not require you to be on crutches.

Question 3

can a torn meniscus repair on its own?

Accepted Answer

Location of tear: Imagine the meniscus as looking like a crescent moon. Radial tears (those occurring along the arc of the outer edge of the "moon") can sometimes heal because they are in an area where there is a good blood supply, which is necessary for healing. Other types of tears occurring along the inner arc will not heal as they occur in an area with little or no blood supply.

Question 4

okay to exercise on elliptical with torn meniscus?

Accepted Answer

No twist: Best to get it fixed. However, in the mean time, avoid twisting and pivoting activities as well as high impact. Stationary biking and elliptical would be best.

Question 5

can a torn meniscus keep tearing farther if you walk on it?

Accepted Answer

Yes: A torn meniscus can increase in size and severity with time.

Question 6

whats the difference between a torn meniscus and a torn mcl?

Accepted Answer

Torn meniscus : The diffusion in their anatomy and function

Question 7

i have a torn meniscus and am down here on vacation with my family and i really need something for the pain ?

Accepted Answer

OTC: Hi, you can go to the drugstore here and buy Other The counter pain medication like Motrin, Tylenol (acetaminophen). Or you can go to an urgent care to be seen. 
Feel better soon and enjoy your vacation.

Question 8

what can cause a torn  meniscus?

Accepted Answer

Many reasons: Trauma or degeneration are the most common reasons. Might be associated with instability or inflammatory arthrititdes.

Question 9

how should i treat a torn meniscus?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor.: Treatment ranges from non-operative treatment to removal of the torn piece to repair. Variables influencing the proper treatment of a torn meniscus include the patient's age, nature of the tear, presence or absence of other injuries, symptoms, and  findings on examination. An appropriate decision regarding treatment can only be made in consultation with someone trained in caring for these injuries.

Question 10

how to exercise with a torn meniscus?

Accepted Answer

No twist: Best to get it fixed. However, in the mean time, avoid twisting and pivoting activities as well as high impact. Stationary biking and elliptical would be best.

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