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Is it common for my knee to still pop a week after surgery repair of a torn meniscus?

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Dr. Mark Galland answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Yes: This is common after this type of surgery. Popping that causes no pain is benign and can be ignored. Sometimes "popping" originating at the knee cap is due to muscle atrophy and improper tracking...This will get better with physical therapy. If you have concerns contact your surgeon.

Dr Ihle agreed

Answered 4/2/2016

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A member asked:

Is it common for my knee to still pop a week after surgery repair of a torn meniscus?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mark Galland answered

Dr Ihle agreed

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