Treat a Meniscus Tear - Knee cartilage tear - With physical therapy

Hi, my name's Lee Perkins. I'm a physical therapist and founder of HandsOnRemedy.com. Today I'm going to talk about Meniscal Tears and why you should consider physical therapy as your first option in the healing process. A Meniscus Tear, commonly referred to as a Knee Cartilage Tear, occurs when the meniscus, which is a cartilage disc inside the knee, gets stressed and tears. This injury often results from a weight bearing twisting motion, but the tissue can just break down over time (this is referred to as a degenerative meniscus). This meniscal tissue is in the knee helps absorb shock, and cushion the bones while stabilizing the joint. So when it tears, you may feel any combination of pain, clicking, locking, and with more severe tears instability. A meniscus tear can be very limiting making it challenging to perform activities during your day; like kneeling on the floor, going up and down stairs and playing your favorite sport. With early Physical Therapy treatment, you can maximize your function quickly and cost effectively. On the first visit, your Physical Therapist will perform differential diagnostic testing to determine your exact condition. You should then expect a hands-on treatment incorporating specialized techniques to help get the results you need. Your therapist will also provide a home exercise program specific to your injury and the training to perform those exercises correctly. Our goal as therapists is the same as yours; heal quickly and heal permanently. The information you see on our website and this video should NOT be used to determine your own condition. You should seek medical advice from a qualified professional first. Find your Physical Therapist now at HandsOnRemedy.com, and best wishes for a speedy recovery.