Hello and welcome to HCM,
Myxoid degeneration of the
medial meniscus (a type of
cartilage) of the knee joints is a degenerative process.
Degenerative processes are usually progressive and do not revert back.
Phsiotherapy cannot stop the degenerative process.
The general precautions to stop the damage are to avoid movements at the knee joint which may aggravate the pain and damage. You need to consult your orthopedician and physiotherapist to know which movements or which exercises are not suitable for your knees.
Glucosamine is drug preparation which boosts up the regenration of the cartilage. However, cartilage tissue has very low regenerative potential.
As the degenerative process advances, there may be total destruction of the cartilage.
In such case,
total knee replacement may be required.
However, the procedure is safe, the life of the
prosthesis is fairly long and quality of life is good.
Thanks and take care
Dr Shailja P Wahal