Torn Miniscus in knee

I have a torn meniscus in my right knee, due to injury from a freak accident 3 years ago. I was immediately scheduled for surgery, but the pain subsided right before hand and I got a second opinion and cancelled it. They may repair the tear in younger patients, but with older ones they clean it out. My second opinion surgeon said I would get arthritis in the knee due to the clean out. And, if my pain wasn’t too bad, it was reasonable to avoid surgery

I also have a friend who is trying to avoid surgery. I stay pretty much pain free by working out daily, walking, leg extensions, etc. I also lost a lot of weight. I can barely believe how well I’m doing. But, everyone is different. If I run, the knee will act up. So, I don’t run anymore. Sigh…

My younger brother just had arthroscopic surgery on his torn meniscus. They did a clean out. He had little choice, due to his continued pain. It’s been about a couple of weeks and he’s still feeling some pain. He begins PT next week.

Thanks for sharing.
Something else to consider is the inflammation that comes with some of the conditions we experience through injury. It might be useful to have a conversation with your doctor about eating an anti-inflammatory diet. It could be beneficial to musculoskeletal as well as other health considerations.
Best of wishes to you and your brother.

P.S. The vet said that where the menisci are removed, if it's not too much, the fibrocartilage can fill in the gap. I hope so!!

How did things go? I’m searching info for my brother, who had repair a few weeks ago and is having significant pain, even at night with non use. I’m worried.

I assume you are talking about arthroscopic surgery to repair the meniscus. You can live with a torn meniscus as long as you can live with the pain and it doesn't cause problems such as locking up. I have had arthroscopic surgery to repair meniscus three times, two times on one knee and once on the other. I have had successful outcomes. There's a little pain for two or three days afterwards and you will need to take it easy. I was out walking between the 4th and 5th week and got along well. If it is bothering you that much I suggest that you go forward with the surgery as long as you trust the surgeon, probably orthopedist,

I am recovering from arthroscopic meniscus surgery and Baker cyst removal. I am pleased with the outcome and found the pain to be minimum. The pain won't go away by itself so it is worthwhile.