How long does a Grade 2 meniscus tear take to heal?

Time to heal is 3-4 weeks. But knee bracing may be needed for 6 weeks.

Does Grade 2 meniscus tear require surgery?

How is a meniscus tear treated? If your MRI indicates a Grade 1 or 2 tear, but your symptoms and physical exam are inconsistent with a tear, surgery may not be needed.

How do you heal a Grade 2 meniscus tear?

Nonsurgical treatments

1. Rest. Try to rest your knee for a few days and keep pressure off it.
2. Ice. Putting ice on your knee for 10 to 15 minutes at a time can help reduce any swelling.
3. Compression. You can also reduce swelling by wrapping your knee with an elastic bandage or wearing a knee brace.
4. Elevation.

What is a Grade 2 meniscus tear?

grade 2: linear areas of hyperintensity, no extension to the articular surface. 2a: linear abnormal hyperintensity with no extension to the articular surface. 2b: abnormal hyperintensity reaches the articular surface on a single image.

Is it OK to exercise with a torn meniscus?

Doctors will usually advise against performing certain exercises when you have a meniscus tear. These exercises can put too much pressure on an already unstable knee. Avoid exercises that involve: pivoting.

Should you stay off a torn meniscus?

Rest. You should stay off your feet until your meniscus tear is healed. Don’t walk, run, or play sports because this can make your injury worse.

What is Grade 2 signal medial meniscus?

Grade 2 meniscal changes on MRI are linear signals confined within the meniscus thought to represent areas of meniscal degeneration or intrasubstance tears. It has been reported that in only 10% of cases is a meniscal tear detected during subsequent arthroscopy.

Should I wear a knee brace with a meniscus tear?

Yes. Although knee braces do not heal or treat your meniscus tear directly, they can provide extra support and stability for your knee while your meniscus injury heals. A good brace will protect your knee and take the pressure off your meniscus, allowing it to rest.