How long is the recovery time from meniscus surgery?

If you sit at work, you may be able to go back in 1 to 2 weeks. But if you are on your feet at work, it may take 4 to 6 weeks. If you are very physically active in your job, it may take 3 to 6 months.

How long does it take to recover from a lateral meniscus tear?

Meniscus tears are the most frequently treated knee injuries. Recovery will take about 6 to 8 weeks if your meniscus tear is treated conservatively, without surgery.

What is the success rate of meniscus repair?

Some studies have reported success rates for meniscal repair to be up to 60–90 % depending on the region of meniscal repair [7–10]. Meniscal repairs performed in conjunction with ACL reconstruction are generally thought to have a better healing rate than meniscal repair in knees with intact ACLs [7].

Does meniscus grow back?

The meniscus does have the capability to repair and regenerate. When we surgically remove meniscus tissue we remove the cells that can naturally repair the meniscus damage.

Did I Retear my meniscus after surgery?

Patients with surgically treated lateral discoid meniscus have a high incidence of meniscal retear and progression to lateral compartment OA.

What can you not do after meniscus surgery?

Meniscus (cartilage) Repair patients cannot do twisting, pivoting, squatting, deep knee bends or impact activities for four months. It is vital that meniscus repair patients do not squat for at least four months after the repair.

How can I rebuild my meniscus naturally?

Treating a meniscus tear

1. Rest your knee. Use crutches to avoid any weight bearing on the joint. Avoid any activities that worsen your knee pain.
2. Ice your knee every three to four hours for 30 minutes.
3. Compress or wrap the knee in an elastic bandage to reduce inflammation.
4. Elevate your knee to reduce swelling.