Meniscus Tear Physical Therapy in Frisco, TX
A meniscus tear can cause knee pain, swelling, stiffness, clicking, catching, and difficulty with squatting, twisting, walking, or other activities. Bridge Physical Therapy in Frisco, TX provides individualized physical therapy to improve knee mobility, strength, movement control, and function.
Treatment may include mobility exercises, progressive strengthening, balance and movement training, and a gradual return to desired activities based on your symptoms and goals. For patients recovering after meniscus repair or other knee surgery, rehabilitation can progress according to the procedure, healing stage, and surgeon's precautions. Bridge Physical Therapy also serves patients from Plano, McKinney, Allen, Prosper, Little Elm, The Colony, Celina, and surrounding Collin County communities.
Symptoms & Limitations
The meniscus is a piece of cartilage that helps cushion and stabilize the knee. A tear may cause pain, swelling, stiffness, clicking, catching, or difficulty with squatting, twisting, or other movements.
Evaluation
Evaluation includes knee mobility, strength, swelling, gait, balance, and functional movement. Your therapist considers your symptoms, activity level, and treatment goals.
Treatment
Depending on the injury, physical therapy may focus on reducing limitations, restoring mobility, strengthening the leg, improving movement control, and gradually returning to desired activities.
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Following meniscus repair or other knee surgery, rehabilitation is progressed according to the procedure and surgeon's precautions.
FAQ
Can a meniscus tear heal without surgery?
Some meniscus injuries can be managed without surgery depending on the tear and symptoms.
Can physical therapy help a meniscus tear?
Therapy can improve strength, mobility, movement control, and function.
Why does my knee click after a meniscus injury?
Clicking can occur with some knee injuries, although the significance varies.
How long does recovery take after meniscus surgery?
Recovery depends on the type of procedure and individual circumstances.