Meniscus surgery is usually done with the expectation that you’ll have a normal knee in a few short months after surgery.

But it’s often the case that there’s still knee pain and swelling 3, 4,...even 6 to 12 months after having a meniscus repair or a menisectomy surgery done.

What pain is normal after meniscus repair surgery?
How do you know if this was a failed meniscus surgery?
Why does my knee hurt worse after meniscus surgery?

These questions swirl in your head when more time has gone by and you feel like you’re “behind schedule” when it comes to healing after your meniscus surgery.

But there are MANY reasons you are still having pain and swelling in your knee.

In this video, Dr. David explains the top 9 secret reasons for knee pain 3 months or more after meniscus surgery.

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🦵“Knee Pain Exercises, Stretches, Advice, & Tips”
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00:00 Top 9 Secret Reasons For Knee Pain 3 Months Or More After Meniscus Surgery
00:46 Too Much Exercise
02:43 Putting Too Much Weight Through The Knee
03:59 Forcing Stretches
05:45 Not Drinking Enough Water
07:38 Relying On A Knee Brace
09:17 Quad Focused Exercises
10:55 Foot Muscles Haven’t Been Addressed
12:15 Not Doing Glute Exercises
13:08 Muscle Imbalance Hasn’t Been Addressed

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