Arthroscopy of the knee

The overall rehabilitation plan emphasises the importance of pre-operative exercises followed post operatively by early control of swelling and regaining full extension (straightening) and flexing of the knee (bending). Working on strength can only start once swelling and range of movement have been controlled. Return to function then follows. Key to Success The key to…

Before the OperationWhen you are admitted to the hospital the operating surgeon will re-examine your knee, marking the particular leg and will ask you to sign a consent form. Any last minute questions can be answered. The nursing staff and physiotherapist will also visit you to explain the procedure.

Evidence base for Rehabilitation Techniques for cartilage repair have been developed over the last 15 to 20 years but unfortunately there is no detailed scientific basis for rehabilitation programmes. Most of what is followed at the moment is based on a combination of basic science work combined with expert opinions and published techniques with rehabilitation…

Indications for MRI Scanning MRI scans are indicated for patients with meniscal tears, patients with difficulty diagnosing ACL or ligamentous injury of the knee and for patients with traumatic chondral injuries. MRI is also indicated for patients with unexplained pain that do not fit any diagnostic categories. MRI scans should be restricted to patients with…

This information sheet provides information on the nature and purpose of the procedure in addition to an outline of the post-operative rehabilitation. Purpose and description of the procedure This operation involves repair of the meniscus or footballer’s cartilage in the knee. The cartilage acts as a protective weight bearing “shim” helping to transmit weight between…