Meniscal injury - navigating the journey to recovery
The knee meniscis consist of two structures, the medial meniscus and the lateral meniscus. The meniscus can become painful with injury or overload.
Meniscal injury treatment and recovery
Symptoms and diagnosis -
This can result in knee pain, clicking, locking, swelling and giving way. These tears can be managed with surgery or physiotherapy depending on the nature of the tear. In most circumstances an opinion from an orthopaedic surgeon is required, and in some cases surgery will be recommended.
Preserving the meniscus -
Modern meniscal management emphasises the preservation of the meniscus whenever possible. This is because the meniscus plays a crucial role in load distribution, shock absorption, and joint stability. Preserving the meniscus helps maintain long-term joint health and reduces the risk of osteoarthritis.
Physiotherapy management -
The physiotherapy management of a knee meniscal injury aims to reduce pain, swelling and inflammation, improve knee joint mobility and strength, and enhance functional activities.
Supporting your recovery -
In this ebook we offer information to help navigate your journey to recovery.
