Post Meniscus Surgery. Most patients can get by without meniscus surger y. Many different factors influence the post operative meniscal repair rehabilitation outcomes including type and location of the meniscal tear and repair.
Learn an initial home exercise program. The meniscus is a piece of cartilage in the knee often injured in sports. Recovery from torn meniscus surgery varies from patient to patient.
It is important to protect the healing meniscus to ensure the best possible outcome.
You will likely receive a prescription for pain medication following torn meniscus surgery. Things to consider having at home to improve your comfort and recovery include an ice compression sleeve or a knee compression sleeve to wear throughout the day and supplements to minimize inflammation. It is important to protect the healing meniscus to ensure the best possible outcome. After a meniscectomy your surgeon will likely advise physical therapy to put you on the best path toward recovery.