Meniscus Tear Repair

I had surgery 70 days ago. My doc does not believe the PT or return phone calls. He said that the return to normal activity after 60 days. I went on an exercise bike and now have pain. Where next? Rest? Chiropractor? Personal Trainer? Pt in New Jersey is by prescription only.

The first thing you need to do is find a new doc. Look for MD who specializes in sports medicine. Get a new assessment. MD many just for their money, and surgery is the most profitable for them. I had a tear and surgery was not the first line of treatment solution to my MD. With rest, PT and personal training, I avoid surgery, but that was my case. Each case is different when it comes to tearing the meniscus. Many factors have been considered (age, type of tearing, pain tolerance, etc.) when it comes to this type of injury. Again you need a re-evaluation before proceeding. Certainly a combination of modalities will be the key to recovery.


LFC Veguilla Alex

I had surgery to repair or treat a torn meniscus a few years back, PT has been great for me and my recovery (each person is different). Usually, the advice he gave u would have damaged the meniscus removed. If they were able to repair it, I suggest you consult a physiotherapist. If the doctor did not return calls ur heart, then perhaps contact another doctor.

I had to return to work after two weeks after my operation for the same thing, no pain or PT, but I managed to make a script for Aqua theropy really made the turn, if your doctor is a switch jerk and transfer your records to a more competent one.Good luck!