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Knee Pain - Grade II Meniscus Tear
35-year-old woman from Bangalore, weighing 84 kg. Experiencing intermittent knee pain for nearly 3 years - not constant pain but tends to flare up periodically. Got MRI scan of both knees. As per report - Right Knee: "Grade II horizontal tear of posterior horn of medial meniscus". Left Knee: Grade II horizontal tear of posterior horn of medial and lateral menisci". Recently started physiotherapy focusing on Quadriceps & VMO strengthening exercises. Wanted opinion on: 1. How long does it typically take for this pain to fully get cured and become pain-free? 2. Is this 100% fully curable 3. Will I be able to wear high heels again without worsening the condition? Are there any lifestyle changes, exercises, or weight-loss targets that could help me eliminate the pain fully and help me wear high heels with ease and comfort?
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Based on your MRI findings, these Grade II meniscal tears are usually managed conservatively with physiotherapy, strengthening exercises, weight reduction, and activity modification. Improvement is typically seen over 6–12 weeks, though complete symptom resolution varies between individuals.
Weight loss can significantly reduce knee stress and improve symptoms. Regarding high heels, occasional use may be possible once pain is well controlled, but regular use may aggravate symptoms in some patients.
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1. How long to become pain-free?
Usually 2–6 months with consistent physiotherapy and weight reduction.
2. Is it 100% curable?
Symptoms can become 90–100% controlled, but the MRI tear itself may not completely disappear.
3. Can she wear high heels again?
Occasionally yes, once pain-free and strength improves. Regular/prolonged use is not recommended.
4. What will help most?
* Lose 10–15 kg (major impact on knee pain).
* Continue quadriceps/VMO strengthening.
* Add hip and glute strengthening.
* Avoid deep squats, twisting, and prolonged kneeling.
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Weight reduction & strengthening exercises
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Ms. Shefali Gandotra (PT)
Physiotherapist
20 yrs exp
Jammu
Please consult online for complete treatment plan
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Dr. Afsa Rafiq (PT)
Physiotherapist
5 yrs exp
Srinagar
Consult online for better treatment and diagnosis need to do proper medical assessment
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Dr. Khhyati Jain
Pain Management Specialist
8 yrs exp
Jaipur
Hi , thank you for the query .
There are a multiple things that we can do , directly consult me for the same .
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