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How Long Post Surgery For Torn Cartilage In Knee Does It Take To Heal?
Hi I am having my knee scoped next month because I have torn cartlidge and a pea size piece floating around in my knee. I am wondering how long after that surgery is done that I can have the other knee operated on. Both knees require surgery. I am 61 yrs old
Thu, 12 Dec 2019
Hello,
Eight to twelve weeks will be the standard recovery time. After that you can start physiotherapy. Consult a psychiatrist and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
Eight to twelve weeks will be the standard recovery time. After that you can start physiotherapy. Consult a psychiatrist and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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