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I twisted my right knee and ankle on 7/26/12. i had an mri on 4/29/13, after the birth of my son. the mri showed an injury to meniscus. why is the pain worsening after physicaltherapy? what should i do next?

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Menisci poor healing: Menisci rarely heal in adults once they are torn. They have poor blood supply and frequently require surgery to "heal". Look up arthroscopic partial meniscectomy. Continue exercises and go see an orthopedic surgeon.

Answered 3/28/2014

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Dr. Steven Sheskier answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgery

PT as tolerated: Pt can exacerbate the pain from a meniscal tear. If it does so, you need to be re-evaluated by your orthopedic surgeon as to whether you are a candidate for arthroscopic surgery. Also pt is as tolerated so some of the exercises you may not be ready this should be part ofte discussion you have with your doc.

Answered 5/20/2013

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Clicking or catching: If you have painful clicking or catching of the knee most likely you will benefit from an arthroscopy. Discuss with an orthopedic surgeon before you continue pt or engage on strenuous physical activity and cause more damage.

Answered 12/2/2014

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