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When can i go back to work after meniscus surgery?

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Dr. Brian Chimenti answered

Specializes in Sports Medicine

Meniscus : Talk to your surgeon. This depends on what type of work you do. Not un common to go back to more sedentary work within a day or two, while more aggressive employment may take a few weeks.

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/6/2019

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