Meniscal Tear – Balance Health Center

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Clicking, popping sounds
Swollen and stiff over a period of days
“Locking” feeling in knee
Loss of range of motion

[/x_accordion_item][x_accordion_item title=”Treatment” open=”false”]A physical therapist identifies structural alignment contributions to knee stress. Teaches flexibility and strengthening to improve leg alignment for activity. Mobilization of the joint to improve straightening and reduce pain are also used.

Without treatment the meniscus cartilage may slip, causing the knee joint to lock. Arthroscopic surgery followed by physical therapy is commonly used to trim or repair the torn meniscal edges.

Other recommendations will likely include:

Rest
Cold Pack therapy
An over the counter anti-inflammatory such as ibuprofen can help relieve swelling

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