How long during recovery after a knee microfracture surgery does one continue to experience knee pain?

4 -6 wks: After surgery you can take up to 6 weeks to heal.

Five months: Post operative pain and swelling are dependant on the location and depth/width of the lesson. Gentle nonweight bearing exercises (stationary bike) are used for the first month, then strengthening is begun. Sports participation should be limited for 4-6 months. Pain and swelling start to improve around 2-3 months past op. At 5 months most people feel pretty good.