LATERAL Meniscus Tears: Symptoms, Treatment (Surgery vs. Exercise), & Recovery Time

[@FeelnLikeIDoEveryDay]

I’m going through the worst time of my life right now. I’m a postman who can’t walk! I’ve never been laid up for more than 2 weeks but now? Having to take STD for months and doing nothing but sleep+rehab has me questioning my whole life like nothing ever could. The reassurance I’ve taken from this video is leagues beyond anything I could articulate here. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for making this!❤ I’m 2 sessions into what looks like 180 sessions till a hopefully full recovery. 3 months and counting. Wish me luck! Good luck to y’all out there suffering the same knee pain. I can empathize 😂

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for sharing!

[@richardcheese7348]

Good luck and best wishes!

[@melbamitchell4835]

Hi, I too am a postal worker, (clerk). I tripped at work on one of those plastic bands that are used to bind magazine bundles and fell on the cement. I have been out of work for 2 months and am in a lot of pain!

[@meethjhamnani2621]

How is it going now

[@huntercooljay1327]

Wtf man me to ​@@melbamitchell4835

[@greshambayne]

After residencies in surgery and EM and 50yrs of practice I've never seen such a terrific overview of meniscus tears...well done!

[@GlamJouJou]

Hello Please let me what you think, i’m terrified of surgery. I’m 60 years old MRI shows arthritis, in my lateral knee, and 😢bucket handle meniscus that’s needs surgery I’ve had too many episodes where I go three weeks without any praying and then I can get up from having dinner and then I feel a pulled muscle where I cannot move my leg, I eventually get it straightened, but it’s very painful to walk. What are steps to recovery after surgery? And I was told I was still having pain.

[@Cordycep1]

try microcurrent fsm first since they use that in the VA for all the joint pain,.. What will also work is stem cell but that will cost $5K -oviously stem cell can become any tissue.

[@GlamJouJou]

@@Cordycep1 Kaiser doesn’t believe in stem cells, and my insurance won’t cover it

[@medicinenews4351]

Dear sir please explain how I heal my posterior horn of medial meniscus

[@macdaddy1617]

I injured myself 4 weeks ago and basically did some research on this. I basically followed exactly what she has said. Big difference in my leg! The thing that sucks is the full recovery time but hoping the end result is very good and I can continue my cycling/gym life style at its fullest. Key word is patience .

[@Elieza-qe8du]

What is the full recovery time?

[@adamg574]

@@Elieza-qe8dumy physiotherapist told me 8 weeks generally

[@hannahstill6323]

This is the best sports physio channel I have found. Thanks for the detail.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Wow, thanks!

[@neby_nebs]

you were more informative than my doctor!

[@Phlegethon]

Thanks for posting this you never know when you need a video like this until you need it

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@MrAndrey1101]

Your comment about importance of movement for the hydration/fluid supply in the joint is an absolute mind blowing way to look at it. Thank you

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@Zhiffyotf]

Tore my meniscus playing basketball. Jumped up for a rebound and mid-air, my knee just cramped with intense pain. Felt so depressed for the first couple of days so thank you so much for this info

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@Gr8gg787]

Did mine 4 days ago playing basketball had a real sharp pain trying to play defense and the guy got past me. Kept playing on it by the end of the game I was limping. It started swelling about 10 minutes later. Hope it’s not a major tear.

[@janebowman9150]

Very smart lady. This was a huge help to me

[@minghuazhao1938]

I got severe left knee pain 2 weeks ago, caused probably by a minor tear of my lateral meniscus. I saw my doctor 3 days ago who has ordered an MRI scan for me which is scheduled 3 weeks away in August. I came across your video this morning and found it most helpful. My orthopedist was very good but I appreciate he has a heavy clinic load.... Your explanation is so clear and your vedio so informative that I have subscribed immediately. Thank you SO much!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for watching, and good luck with your recovery!

[@gharuhira]

What a fabulous presentation it is! Thanks for sharing

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Our pleasure!

[@jackvinz]

Your videos are like various gems of knowledge treasure for us who got into injuries. Bless you and wishing many happy returns 🙏

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for watching!

[@J.A_PLATO]

What a video, so, so educational and full of gems to look out for in the present and future

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for watching!

[@saeedmukhtar5728]

Outstanding and comprehensive information well done 👍

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

So nice of you

[@Hithere2002]

You are excellent…..Viva South Africans‼️‼️‼️🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦one here too….your info has helped me tremendously plus my physical therapy.

[@Louisloo99]

Sincere, detailed and very informative clip. Touched my heart!!

[@marthysarap6662]

I just recently diagnose with a complex tear lateral meniscus and high grade acl i am very scared since my ortho surgeon immediately tell me than i need to go through surgery to repair it but good thing i watch this video it helps me alot thank you.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Good luck with your recovery!

[@mamalovesthebeach437]

I’m 68 years old. Three years ago while bodyboarding I got hit by big wave on the side of my left knee. I had to crawl out of the surf and could barely move. Unfortunately I didn’t realize at the time that I had done some damage. I was a mountain biker, so after resting for a few weeks I got that on the bike. I bought a boarded a few more times, but it seem to aggravate my knee. I continued to hike and mountain bike. A year and a half ago. My husband had a shoulder injury and we stopped biking. I came off a hiking trail and the next day was in agony. My left knee had ballooned. My entire leg from the ankle to the thigh was black and blue. I went to the orthopedist and was diagnosed with complex meniscus tears, a burst baker cyst, and stage 2-4 osteoarthritis. I did PT for a week, but could hardly move my knee because of the fluid. I had some of it drained and continued sports PT. I had remarkable results with my left knee. Without any warning, my right knee ballooned. I continued PT, but it seem to worsen. An MRI showed complex meniscus tears, including a lateral. Also a lot of fluid and a bakers cyst. My knee would lock up in any movement planting my foot even picking my leg up to the side with send me through the roof! I have not gone back to PT yet because of family issues. I do have a stationary bike which I use and I am doing balance and stabilization exercises. It has gotten better. Thank you so much for a great explanation of not only the anatomy but possible outcomes. I urge anyone that feels that they’ve done some injury to their knees to get it checked ASAP. I believe I created more damage by waiting. Once you have OA there is no correction.

[@bilalasim6289]

Whats oa?

[@chantallxvx4102]

Spell out the words, no abbreviation!!

[@maryaustin3137]

Osteoarthritis

[@mamalovesthebeach437]

@@chantallxvx4102 🫡😂

[@activecyclist]

I'm only 27 and I went hiking 2 months ago, cycled the day after and my knees have been awful since.

[@mkultra11]

Thank you so very much you gave me more valuable information then the Dr that treated me at the Urgent care facility still waiting to get MRI my X-ray was ok …. Happened teaching a ballet jump to students at school . Sharp pain outside of knee and in back of knee . Thank you I pray I dont need surgery.Hello from the Border Laredo Tx .

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Good luck with your recovery!

[@willowlumsden7474]

Thank you so much. I was in a quandary. Now going for MRI. Was in excruciating pain for a while.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Best of luck!

[@kerry-leecunningham5130]

I found this video and insight very helpful. Furthermore eased my mind to understand that I could get through this without surgery. Thank you so much.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome, and good luck with your recovery!

[@alexpaton2818]

Excellent very informative video. Essential viewing for people like me who are suffering from knee pain.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for watching, and good luck with your recovery!

[@summerphilhorenstein2598]

I’ve been scouring the internet since I injured my knee last week and this has been the most helpful video yet. My doctor suspects a meniscus tear, I will get an MRI soon. I am really hoping it’s not a meniscus tear, but I’m grateful for this video answering so many of my questions if it is. I wish recovery was quicker, I already miss running. 😢But I guess there’s hope that limping around and not being able to fully bend or straighten my knee won’t last forever.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for sharing, and good luck with your recovery!

[@viveenesmie163]

Suffering for years with my knee..meniscus tear..no surgery just living with the injury😢..l can't even do the required exercises 😢

[@viveenesmie163]

Great video..l wish l could get your help

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

One of our team of expert physios would be able to help you via video call. More info here: www.sports-injury-physio.com/

[@approsetn]

By far the most informative, helpful video I've seen! So far I've managed to guess best to help myself heal. Many thanks!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad it was helpful!

[@paolagiraldo3675]

Very complete information. Thank you so much 🙌🏼😊

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@MrRensan404]

Very useful advice! Thanks for your thorough explanation too.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

My pleasure!

[@giovannyaparicio6552]

Spanish is my first language, but I understood all she said, even though I’m still learning English. Thanks so much for the info, advices and all the help in general.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@skmusichouse2024]

Thanks for this video, i have the same symptoms, i can walk with bearable pain but cant take the stairs, my doc asked for a mri its on 2nd October lets see how it goes

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for watching, and good luck with your recovery!

[@lee-yornntimane98]

Thank you very much it really helped me, been injured for over a month now but the pain is mild now, I can a little bit but it's still uncomfortable and gets painful when I run hard

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@SilkyLew]

I tore both meniscus and ACL

[@damianjones7554]

That was very helpful, thanks for the information 👍

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Hisgrace4me]

Do you have a medial meniscus injury video? Thank you.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Yes, here it is: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eWfPoIGDpt2dbaM

[@angiecapriles4566]

Thank you so much! The way you explain it makes sense and helped me understand it better!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@gogo055]

Bucket handle injury is no joke. My knee got stuck suddenly while doing something very simple. It was impossible to straighten my knee without surgery. I am happy that it was repaired, but I am afraid to go back to martial arts. I don't know what caused it, but I bet it was my years of jiu jitsu (a lot of crazy movements).

[@iridiumvalkyrie9017]

It’s the worst when you don’t know exactly what caused the tear. I tore my hip labrum by unknown means and now I’m too afraid to go back to riding horses because the injury derailed my life for ten years (nobody diagnosed it and thought I was making the pain up because there was no instigating moment of onset).

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

I'm glad that you're both better now. It can be really hard to decide what is the right thing to do after injury.

[@mikelester7502]

I found this video because of a knee injury I sustained from Jiu Jitsu. My right leg got crushed while playing guard, and next thing I knew, my right foot collapsed into my left shoulder. I heard 3 loud pops in my knee. I have swelling on the outside and back of the knee. But I can walk and do all my daily activities. Just not sure what to do from here without surgery!

[@SilkyLew]

​@@mikelester7502You need an MRI

[@GlamJouJou]

Hi, I have a bucket handle tear from simple things, I’ve had recurrent issues and now I’m going ahead with the surgery, they may need to cut out damaged part, anyway how was your recovery? Do you still have knee pain? I was told I may still have pain especially knee cap, tell me abt your case please

[@lynChip29]

My physio skipped satge 1 and went straight to stage 2. How frustrating. I've had no resting time. I've had it 6 months now, and it's exactly the same. I may go back to the beginning & start again. Im 60 so i expect its going to be a long journey. I just woke up with mine one morning so unless Ive been doing some kind of gymnastics in my sleep I have no idea how it happened either. Thank you for this video. I feel way more informed. At least I now know 100% that I have a lateral meniscus tear from your description of the symptoms.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Good luck with your recovery!

[@wafflecat1426]

I too woke up injured. They say meniscus tear and horn? Say I need arthroscopic surgery. I'm so scared. Been in bed since August. I can stand on it now. But I'm scared of the upcoming surgery.

[@Linarose418]

I had a arthoroscopy 2018 because having a lock knee and swalloen at the back of my knee. So I had it 2018 but never heal or never change at all, now I am having a pain and swalloen inner ankle in my left feet, lower back and hip pain. And they now they advice me to have another arthoroscopy.

[@wendywilliams9893]

Fantastic info and great presentation. Thanks for sharing

[@CynthiaAva]

It has been 10 months since I tore my meniscus and sprained ACL. I wear compression and still had to go to work as a teacher. Swelling went down and I start to feel much better...and then I feel awful again. Probably over doing it. Then I begin to heal again...and now I'm on my second "flare up." I got up off a low couch one day and felt injured again shortly after. Probably the twisting motion. This video makes a lot of sense. Once the pain stops, I begin to resume my "normal" activity level...and that irritates it again. This is going to be a long healing journey.I'm wondering why after 10 months, I'm still not all the way back to my regular level of activity. I'm 58. Thank you for making this video.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for sharing, and good luck with your recovery.

[@naziastanikzai5997]

You are lucky at least you made it to 58 I am 30 and knee pain

[@247SH]

Great video, thanks! I tripped on a kerb in September last year. My right knee started to click in November. I had 6 physio sessions via my employer but they thought it wasn’t a meniscal tear because I had too much movement in the knee and there was no swelling. An X-ray showed mild OA changes and pseudo gout (I’m 63, male, previous spinal surgeries, on the heavy side and already use a walking stick :) Anyhow was taken to hospital by ambulance 2 weeks ago in quite a lot of pain. MRI showed lateral meniscus tear. I’ve been off sick from work since November (I’m a UK-based mental health nurse). The recent flare-up appears to have subsided and the orthopaedic consultant wants to see me again in June. I’m going to go back to work if my boss agrees and engage with physiotherapy. I just hope the delay in diagnosis won’t hinder my recovery. Thanks again.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for sharing, and good luck with your recovery.

[@LuceroHappy]

Thank you! I loved your detailed explanation 👍💜

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You are welcome!

[@nigelha3699]

fabulous & infromative no comment on how a medial tear or damage might happen?

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

The first video in this playlist covers that: kzbin.info/aero/PLkRW4ITRa6bBoSPVCyM1kNZLpKVjITvYK

[@donak2773]

absolutely great video ,made me very knowledgeable about my tear and what to expect!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad it was helpful!

[@meecanadasatya]

Thank you so much for the information. I think my meniscus journey started longback. I twisted my knee 12 years ago while training in martial arts. Didn’t pay much attention untill 1 year, I was young so I think it healed a bit but later the pain showed up. With consistent food, selfcare and change in lifestyle I got over it. Now iam in my 40ies. Last year I jumped around 7feet high cliff during a hike and my knee got swollen. It was worse. Based on ultra sound it was diagnosed as minor meniscus tear and minor Ligaments strain could have caused it. I followed the docs instructions. Took bed rest for 2 weeks followed by physio for 2 months. Didn’t find much improvement. I started going for massages and somehow the massages helped my muscles to relax and my leg to get better. After 11 months, I can walk, take medium hikes too with the knee. Only thing is can’t sit for more than 3hrs. My knee reminds me of the injury. Well this is not end of story😢 . My carelessness prompted me to do a hard hike . I went on this steep hike last Saturday and while coming back, for 3kms I made my knee struggle. I hurt my knee badly. Again the same swelling but the popping is intense this time, as if my knee is complaining. I could analyse myself that it’s lateral meniscus that’s hurting. One week bed rest and here I am watching this video carefully and attentively. If I took good care of myself last year and would have been cautious this wouldn’t have happened now. Dear friends, self care and self love is the first medication that we offer to ourselves. I am strongly determined now that I will care for my knee and I will get rid of this soon. ❤

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for sharing, and good luck with your recovery!

[@h.u.b.9.7.2]

Years of wear and tear on my knee I think has taking its toll. Just left the specialist and she thinks I have a torn meniscus. I’ve had fluid drained twice in the past two weeks from it and it’s very painful. I initially thought it was gout bout the fluid was tested and it showed no crystals. I have to have a MRI now just to make sure, but now I’m out of work for who knows how long because of this. I pray everything works itself out

[@marykamau7337]

I hope everything is okay with you,it's not easy

[@javiertapia-kq3ww]

Very informative and wonderful video! Thank you for sharing all the wonderful information 😊

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You are welcome!

[@tokiyami1195]

I recently had a re occurrence of meniscus injury and your video is truly helpful, i will try to follow your methods and see whether it works. Ill post my updates here

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Good luck with your recovery!

[@zobopromoinc.3879]

Any updates on your progress?

[@aandi22197]

Great video, any chance you have the same video for the medial meniscus? Thank you again ❤

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Here's our video for the medial meniscus. Its Description has links to some more videos: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eWfPoIGDpt2dbaM

[@xLootGoblinx]

Last Friday I just had a completely torn meniscus repair surgery and I also had my knee carthlidgte shave when I tell y’all this is the worst pain I’ve ever been through after surgery. I’m currently walking on crutches I f-ing hate I’ve struggle everyday I have a long road to recovery 😢😢😢😢

[@lesm2373]

This is the best information I have found and matches so accurately with my experience. I am in week 9 and while it fluctuates from day to day I feel I am 80% better. The information about movement and the nourishment of the muniscus thru Synovial fluid is very important. I feel like modest movement is better than just sitting and not moving. "Synovial fluid is a thick fluid with an egg-white-like consistency that lubricates and reduces friction between joints. When synovial fluid is low, which tends to happen with age, it can contribute to joint stiffness and other aging-related joint conditions like osteoarthritis." Thanks you so much!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@paulpaulpaulpaulpaulpaulpaul]

Hope Nole gets well soon ☺️🙌🏻🎾

[@AKB-cs8kw]

Thanks alot, my doc didn’t tell me about doing exercises or physio and just told to rest after 4 weeks of rest I started physio , i lt feels better i hope it heals now after 1 month of immobility

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Good luck with your recovery!

[@runcoweezrun8143]

Very Informative. Thank you so much.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You are welcome!

[@mivicatube6296]

Thanks for this video, it has helped me

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@shockilop3157]

I think we can all agree that the psychological effect of this on our daily life is worse than the actual pain itself. I keep thinking my days as an athlete are over because of some little pillow like structure between my femur and shinbone. What can i say....alhamdulillah. God bless us all ❤

[@mohammedfrancis]

Thank you, Maryke, for your kind research and knowledge. I have a popping sound in the left knee that developed into horrid pain and difficulties bending and standing on the knee. Would you recommend a knee support sleeve together with exercise?

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Knee supports are a bit hit and miss for this type of thing - some people find them very useful while others don't really benefit. Just be careful of a sleeve - if your knee is very swollen that can cut the circulation off. So it must not be too tight or a better option is often to use something that fastens with velcro so you can adjust the fit more easily - I discuss it in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mneWd2lrerN9nNU

[@SamNammoura]

Thank you for this Video. Very helpful 🎉

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad it was helpful!

[@syedmatni4148]

thank you very much for your very well explaination..I also got inner right knee issue.. I feel a sharp quick pain when I going up at the stairs and even sharper quick pain when I going downstairs..I feel ok when I am walking on a flat surface

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for sharing!

[@annpringle8219]

Great video! You explain very well.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thank you!

[@ReadyRahh]

I think I tore my lateral meniscus in my left knee over 10 years ago while playing basketball and I never got it looked at. I still feel pain till this day. When I play basketball my left knee feels weaker than normal. If affects my movement and jump shot. I also feel it when I walk at times.

[@balrajsingh4713]

Hello doctor, I am 21yo. Based on the MRI reports of my knee, would surgery be necessary for the following findings: 1) Horizontal tear of body-posterior horn of medial meniscus. 2) Type 2 signal in anterior and anterior horn of lateral meniscus. 3) Complete tear of medial patellar retinaculum. 4) Mild lateral deviation of patella. 5) Mild marrow edema with impacted fracture in lateral femoral condyle and medial patellar facet. 6) Mild knee joint effusion.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

I can't answer that - you need to ask your doctor - it depends on more than just scan results.

[@rajyashreechamaria2888]

Hi I’m so thankful I found you. I had a bucket handle tear of my lateral meniscus 5 days ago and my knee was locked in flexion for 3 days when it suddenly opened with a pop. Now I’m on anti inflammatory medication and have been advised arthroscopic menisectomy to be done after 5 days I’ve started on your Physiotherapy routine from today. I just hope I’ll get back to normal soon. I’m 57 years old but I run, do high altitude treks and strength train. My life looks pretty gloomy at the moment. Do you think my muscles will regain enough strength to trek by the end of the year from your vast experience Thanks in advance

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Yes! You sound pretty fit to me so your muscles will be fine by then. The first few weeks can feel as if nothing will wver get better but usually after week 4 you start seeing good results.

[@rajyashreechamaria2888]

@@SportsInjuryPhysio thank you so much for your encouraging reply

[@rajyashreechamaria2888]

@@SportsInjuryPhysio how about my good leg. Should I do the same exercises on both legs. I don’t want the good side to get weaker

[@isaiahpierre3695]

@@rajyashreechamaria2888 not a doctor but I recommend doing it on both legs I had surgery on my tibia and eventually one leg got stronger than the other now I’m here

[@rajyashreechamaria2888]

@@isaiahpierre3695 thank you. I’m doing the exercises on both legs

[@pavan-oq5ub]

Good explanation sir ...I have to see this video ...I have to confidence myself ..

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

All the best

[@kenyettawhitson5325]

I was actually under the impression that my medial meniscus was torn but from what I was reading from my operation report I actually had 3 procedures done 1. Arthroscopy of left knee with partial lateral meniscectomy. 2. Chondroplasty, medial femoral condyle. 3. Chondroplasty, patellofemoral joint. I also read this I had a free edge tear in my lateral meniscus

[@gillianduval200]

Thank you for this info. I'm 80 yrs old and just tore my meniscus. The doc gave me 2 choices. A keyhole surgery or cortezone injection. I opted for the cortizone but it has not helped. He didn't order any therapy or a return visit. Not shure what to do next....

[@FaithEvins]

@@gillianduval200 -> call your Ortho doc for a follow-up visit for your next option. Tell doctor cortizone injection was NOT EFFECTIVE.

[@ratneshsrivastava5174]

I have grade 3 mensicus tear doctor has suggested me for the surgery can that be fixed without surgery i Play cricket as well

[@kiransaini7300]

What is results..I'm in same situation!!

[@DeepakRaj-fm1xj]

I have same problem....how to recover help me

[@VijayKumarIM]

Hello Doctor, here is my story - about two months ago, I started playing badminton outdoors daily for 1 to 1.5 hours. One day, I felt pain above and below my patella, but the pain went away the next day. However, this pain continued for another 15 days, after which I began feeling pain above both of my patellas when going up and down stairs. I took some rest and started playing again, but whenever I played, I experienced pain in both knee areas, and it lasted for a few days, with more pain on my right knee compared to my left knee. I also didn't use proper shoes and played outdoors. Recently, I've been feeling like my right leg has become slightly shorter, like 2 or 4mm shorter. Visibly, it's not noticeable, but when I walk normally, I feel like my right side is going down a little compared to my left. Additionally, when I try to stand straight and lock my knees, my left knee is fine, but my right knee feels like I am hitting something right below the patella. So, I went to a local doctor, who stretched my legs and pressed on my knee cap and told me that it's just knee cap pain. He also gave me Arachiton Nano 60K IU Vitamin D3 (5 ML per day), Rejulox-C (daily 2 for 30 days), and MeAxon plus tab (daily 1 for 30 days) and said that he was giving medicine for cartilage improvement. I've been using these for 15 days, but my pain while going upstairs has only improved slightly. My right knee still feels the same way, a little lowered when walking, and I feel a hitting pain when I straighten my knee to the maximum. The doctor also suggested that I not use stairs, and to go for quadriceps strengthening exercises and some cycling. Honestly, I haven't gone for physiotherapy yet, but sometimes I do cycling exercises at home, and whenever I do that, I get some pain in both knees that lasts for 1 to 1.5 days. Based on my history, can you tell me what could be the problem, and do you think there could be a tear in my meniscus? Can I still get back to playing sports (now, I am being very careful in choosing my shoes and only playing indoors)? If so, how long does it usually take to recover? Also, I almost forgot to mention that I am 30 years of age, and I have learned a lot by watching your well-organized videos. Thank you.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Hi there, We cannot provide individual treatment advice without doing an in-depth assessment of your injury and your personal circumstances, as the advice might not be appropriate for you. You're welcome to book a video consultation with one of our physios if you would like an assessment and a personalised treatment plan: www.sports-injury-physio.com/

[@nolimit12]

thank you for this video ❤❤❤

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Welcome!!

[@captainsalateanoo]

Amazing information and really helping 👏🏻👌🏻👍🏻

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dwkvideos]

Hello doc! Ive been dealing with this for years. It'll sometimes lock and swell for weeks during wrestling matches. First ortho thought I had "snapping bicep femoris" now after a MRI they think is lateral discoid meniscus. MRI doesn't show torn, but if its not torn why does my leg lock out and leave me needing physical therapy for weeks? And after one lock out its way more likely to lock the first month after injury.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Hmmm. don't know - sorry.

[@cindynichols9952]

Hi! Great Video! Thank you for all the great information. I have a question: Right after initial injury how long should I try to keep weight off my knee? How long should I be using a cane? 1 week? 3 weeks? When do go from phase one to phase two and starting to exercise it?

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

There is no set time for progression because every person's injury is different and people also heal at different rates. Progression is according to how your knee tolerates different activities etc. A physiotherapist will be able to guide you through this process.

[@billdandridge5168]

Great video! Had a traumatic event 3-4 weeks ago. Got hit pretty hard on side of thigh 4-5” above my knee. At first just pretty sore in all of leg (didn’t notice anything particular in knee itself) but hard headed and like always felt like it would heal up in a few days. Played in a golf tournament the following week. 1st day ok just touchy. 2nd day was different story. When shifting weight to my front leg knee couldn’t hold it and would go over and cause pain. Survived. That was three weeks ago and have been trying to do much of the some light work to strengthen it back up and retain flexibility. Seems like the accident may have caused a lateral meniscus tear. I’m 62 but have stayed in pretty good shape and hoping I can recover without any surgeries.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for sharing, and good luck with your recovery!

[@Hithere2002]

Doctors useless diagnosticians in the US.

[@tedantares2751]

Do you have a video on medial meniscus tears?

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Yes, we have two: Treatment for Meniscus Tears - Tips My Patients Find Useful: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eWfPoIGDpt2dbaM Meniscus Tear Exercises: 23 Exercises Explained and Demonstrated: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5LTmWOwgdGthqs

[@rabbiyakaif]

Hello! I hope you are doing well. I recently got my MRI results, and it mentioned a grade 3 tear at the posterior horn of the medial meniscus. The report also states that the ACL is not adequately seen. There's no joint effusion. I'm quite worried and hesitant about surgery. Can this be fixed through physiotherapy and a knee immobilizer? I really want to explore alternatives to surgery. Your insights would mean a lot to me during this challenging time. Thanks in advance for your help.

[@dustydelmar]

Thank you for this, really good information 👍👍

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

My pleasure!

[@Snaphappy26]

My issue is on the inside of my knee. Do you have a video for medial tears. I did look but couldn’t find one. I have already had a meniscus surgery repair, approximately 6 years ago. The same knee is now giving me terrible pain when walking and also when not using it. The pain is very sharp at times but always there to some degree. It is difficult to get comfortable in bed as if my knee flops to the side the pain is awful. I am a female-64 years of age and normal daily activity but no workouts or gym. Thank you

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Here's our Playlist on Meniscus Tears: kzbin.info/aero/PLkRW4ITRa6bBoSPVCyM1kNZLpKVjITvYK The one about medial tears doesn't say so in the title - its title is "Treatment for Meniscus Tears - Tips My Patients Find Useful"

[@tillytogs]

I'm 68 was rugby tackling my 38yr old son. I'm a strong woman however thepressure on my right knee with a twisting force caused some problem. I really didn't think at first and always had the attitude if it hurts work through it. But after a week went tp physio who said it's LCL and he advised some gentle movement. That was 4 weeks ago and still having pain. I like doing horse stance in Qigong after however my knee is very sore. I'm going to physio 2hrs a week now hoping that I wont have this pain and limping as an ongoing thing. I've Osteoarthritis in both knees but refuse to give up. My motto if you don't use it you lose it. Good health to all from Ireland 😊

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for sharing, and good luck with your recovery!

[@pandakim948]

정확한 설명 감사합니다♡

[@maryspeight2840]

Always great content . Cheers .

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Much appreciated

[@kennyjames1829]

Brilliant information thankyou!💥🤸‍♂️😁

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

My pleasure!

[@pogandris855]

Hello! Thank you for this video! I just got an MRI scan and I got a 4,5 mm lateral meniscus tear (radial)…Do you think that needs operation or is conservative treatment recommended instead?

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Most of them recover without surgery and there is no way to predict it so, unless your knee is locking, then it will likely be able to recover with rehab only.

[@themaniachd8650]

I tore my lateral meniscus mid February. At first, I couldn't walk up stairs at all, it was way too painful. Two weeks after I tore it I started walking more, stretching and going on an exercise bike eventually. Now three months later, I've been at rugby training twice a week and I've also play in a few games, one been the full game. I also participate in the scrum as I play lock and I haven't really had any issues, my knee just feels a little "off" sometimes but I haven't had much pain at all, mainly discomfort. I tore my meniscus while running on a treadmill preparing myself for rugby season. When I was on the treadmill, I was feeling unstable but I kept pushing and increasing the speed until I stepped too hard and tore my meniscus. I got a sharp pain, but I could walk quite fine but I couldn't even lift my leg up to put in on the side of the treadmill. This happened after I just after trained legs so my muscles were fatigued. Learn from my mistakes and rest if you have too, it's much better than having an injury that will probably linger for the rest of your life. I've been too afraid to squat and I'll probably wait a few months until I try.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for sharing!

[@MikeTesa]

Excellent video

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thank you very much!

[@carlosdiaz4685]

I got today the recommendation to do surgery for medial meniscus tears, I'm so freaking sad about it. I tried conservative therapy for 6 to 8 months and I improved a lot, but apparently not enough. Also, I feel a little bit stupid because I'm not sure if I ruined my own recovery by getting too greedy and comfortable, I went from not being able to walk and not being able to do a squat, to biking 60 km and squatting 100 kg (this is the part that worries me, maybe I ego lifted and screwed up my recovery) Anyways, too late for regretting, hope to be soon doing my sports again and having my life. Strong hug to everybody going through this injury, we will recover our lifes :)

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for sharing, and good luck with your recovery!

[@Kang_09]

Thank you so much for your information. I don't know if i have a meniscus tear or not but the symptoms are exactly of meniscus tear and it happened when i fell from my bed and my knee hit the tile on the ground. My knee then started to swell up and i couldn't even bend my knee it's been almost 4 months and i almost fine but i can't stop suddenly while running or walking cause it hurts my leg for a while and i can not walk properly then in winters i can feel more pain while twisting my leg more often. Hope if you can help me with this 😢

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

This does sound like something we can help you with. One of the physios in our team can do an assessment of your injury via video call and work out a personalised rehab plan. More info here: www.sports-injury-physio.com/

[@seymourhvs]

Very informative 👏

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad you think so!

[@detskodospelacke]

very usefull, thank you very much!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@susan3645]

I think I did this to myself playing badminton. Thankfully, I found an old crutch in the back of the wardrobe 😁 Thank you so much for all this information, it is very helpful 🙏🏻

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@p.scottrice8235]

Excellent overview of the meniscus tears!! Thanks as I think you are more informed than my PA who just wanted to blame everything on arthritis as that is the easy out. I’m currently in the progress of strengthening the knee like you stated on my own but taking it as my body is telling me. Golf is extremely hard on the lead knee and the meniscus by the way I found out the hard way if you have limited hip mobility.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for sharing, and good luck with your recovery!

[@veraAdriani-zf9bh]

Hi doc! I just had my meniscus torn last week, went to doctor and he prescribed medicines. I felt much better after a week than back to my lifting weight with my PT. But my knee got a bit warm after that so I went back to see my OT doctor. He told me to take rehab sessions. My question is what kind of weight lifting exactly that I can not do to heal faster? Thanks❤

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You should ask your PT that - I can't tell without assessing you.

[@tatjana7552]

Amazing! Very good informations!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for watching!

[@meyrickdango7405]

You say a good dose of treatment first rather than surgery, how do you measure what is good dose of treatment. I am still recovering from a PCL surgery, 6mths after the operation I still cannot walk without pain. RA too has now set in, any suggestions for recovery.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

It's difficult to make sensible suggestions without actually having an in depth conversation and understanding all the factors affecting your recovery. But in your case low load, repetitive movement may be a good option e.g. cycling as it improves the knee's circulation and movement +++ without the impact.

[@gardengirl6799]

This is a nice video. I have surgery next week for a bucket handle tear. I wondered about the statistics for how many people have more problems that didnt show on the MRI. I heard from a few people including the surgical nurse, that sometimes they have to sew something notseen on the MRI. Cutting out my torn meniscus will be a quick recovery but sewing say a ligament will be longer. What percent of people have an unexpected surprise waiting inside the knee? Thanks.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

There is no percentage to quote but it is not uncommon - But also, don't worry about it too much - just because they have to do a bit more in there doesn't mean your recovery will be longer.

[@gardengirl6799]

@@SportsInjuryPhysio thank you very much! That is reassuring!

[@AbdullhiYakubu-r9g]

Is about 10 month with meniscus injury but up to now i fill some pain

[@iridiumvalkyrie9017]

Hello! Thank you for this video! Could you make a video about chondral tears/defects? I have it in both my knees and the MRI showed “stage three chondromalacia” in my no operative knee. It hurts as much as my operative knee doing PT. I’ve had hyalauronic acid injections for the nonoperative knee but it’s not really doing anything.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

I have added it to the list. Best wishes for your recovery x

[@vickhones9961]

I had meniscus trim on left lateral knee a year ago and it may be the worst thing i've ever done. Now it's feels very sore at times and tons of clicking and perhaps some catching. I'm not sure what to do at this point . Wish i never did it. On the initial write up before the procedure it says medial arthroscopic surgery and doc ended up doing lateral .

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

In most cases like this, working on really strengthening the knee slowly over time is the best solution. At the start you may find that you have to use very light weights and restrict the range of motion you work through but this then slowly improves over several months.

[@hellogoodbye9345]

I'm getting there too. Just had mine done 6 weeks ago and I can't tell what direction I'm going. I've hit a wall and haven't gotten back to normal yet despite moving it, stretching it and trying to do PT exercises.

[@chrisg1234fly]

7 weeks ago my left knee locked. Hospital gave me some drugs to straighten it out and put a mechanical brace on it for 6 weeks. MRI says I have a small tear. Now brace is off and sports support is one and feels good. Am waiting for the UK NHS report before physio, but as i dont walk far but cycle a bit, is 7 weeks a good time to start doing some strength exercise (i have been stretching it within the confines of the brace). Havent had a shower in 6 weeks because of this mechanical support!!!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Rehab exercises are usually started within 5 days of sustaining a meniscus tear so I really don't think you have to wait for any reports before you go and see your physio. I would suggest that you speak to your doctor and get physio organised asap.

[@chrisg1234fly]

@@SportsInjuryPhysio Many thanks, now I understand a lot more. Seems it is indeed a small lateral tear. Thx again

[@SnoFire100]

Hi! I just had my lateral meniskus stiched (3/4) 5 days ago. It goes all good for now. I just have a question. Would it feel, if the stiched part of meniskus can go apart, would it hurt a lot in case that would happened? Just want to make sure. However, thank you for amazing video and hope that you see the question. Kind Regards from Slovenia.

[@lukabatinica4470]

Izgleda mamo v Slo težave z meniskusi 😹

[@SnoFire100]

@@lukabatinica4470 Res haha. Isto zunanji meniskus sfukan?

[@lukabatinica4470]

@@SnoFire100 ja, na tenisu. Vceraj zvedel da bom moral na operacijo.🥹

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Best to ask your surgeon - I don't know the answer to that - it is not very common for stitches to come apart.

[@akshatakhot520]

Very useful information

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks a lot

[@12packets]

Hi Maryke. Super video as always. Gutted as just been told I have a lateral meniscal tear, my knee is unable to straighten/extend fully naturally. Waiting for MRI appointment to confirm. Gutted and very low as walking running keep the demons at bay. Trying to get my head around it and very much NOT wanting surgery. Am I right in thinking that because my knee can’t fully straighten then I have a bucket handle tear? Fearing I have the worst type of meniscal tear. Clutching at straws and worrying I have made mine worse with pushing myself through pain with painkillers. Going to try all the strength training/rehab you have suggested. Thank you so very much for your videos, super helpful! ❤

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

It may just be that the meniscus is swollen and stopping extension - don't go and overdo rehab - rather do things like gentle movements and load management to give it the best chance to calm down and the swelling to reduce inside and you may regain your extension.

[@12packets]

@@SportsInjuryPhysio thank you so very much for replying Maryke… it’s the knee extension with the towel/foam roller under knee one that I can’t make any progress with, I can get my calf to lift but only slightly in comparison with the other leg, pain smack under the knee cap going into the top of the shin bone, feels as if something is stopping it, I truly hope it is just a matter of time. I will keep persevering with the rehab. I will also give your video on TENS machines a watch, see if buying one may help with the pain/quad activation? Thank you so very much once again. Super videos from yourself, so comprehensive and far better than anything on here! Thank you! ❤️

[@K-Tube123]

Thank you so much for your help!!! Super informative!!!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad it was helpful!