What activities should you avoid with a torn meniscus?
The patient should avoid pivoting and squatting and should work on keeping the quadriceps muscles strong. If the swelling and pain have not resolved in 6 weeks, they usually won’t without surgical intervention.
Can you do normal activities with a torn meniscus?
Typically, the tears that occur in the outer part of the meniscus are the least likely to need surgical repair. You may be able to walk around without too much trouble as it heals over time.
Can you golf with a knee injury?
Right-handed golfers with left-knee arthritis or who have had a left-knee replacement need to use extra caution because their lead leg will take on greater rotational force when they swing their club. Slightly turning your feet outward when swinging will reduce the amount the knee pivots, reducing strain.
What activities can I do with a torn meniscus?
Once you have your doctor’s approval to begin exercising, try some of these exercises to enhance your strength and stability following a meniscus tear.
- Quadriceps setting.
- Mini-squats.
- Straight leg raise.
- Hamstring heel digs.
- Leg extensions.
- Standing heel raises.
- Clams.
- Hamstring curls.
Can you make a torn meniscus worse?
If you have a mild ache during the run, or a mildly sore knee after a run then you can often continue running. There is very little risk that running will worsen the tear. Meniscus tears can always worsen… remember, this is a process of degeneration.
Can I golf with a torn ACL?
The torn ligament is replaced by a tendon taken from another part of your body. A complete recovery from surgery to sport takes 4 to 6 months. If you do undergo surgery, you may continue to play golf only after complete rehabilitation and recovery to avoid further injuries.
Can I make a meniscus tear worse?
Can you make a meniscus tear worse?
How do I know if my meniscus tear is severe?
Severe. A tear is usually labeled as severe if the meniscus has a big tear. Loose pieces may cause the knee joint to lock or catch. This level of injury may also keep you from bending or straightening your leg and can make walking difficult.