Important: Recovery depends on the procedure performed. Follow the specific instructions given to you.

Track A: Debridement or simple arthroscopy

• Day 0–3: Elevation, ice, quads sets, ankle pumps. Weight-bear as tolerated with crutches, wean as safe.

• Week 1: Bike when wounds are healed, heel slides, straight-leg raises, short walks.

• Week 2–4: Strength and balance, step-ups, return to office work, light gym.

• Sport: Low impact from 2–3 weeks, higher impact 4–6 weeks if symptoms settle.

Track B: Meniscal repair

• Weight-bearing: Often partial for several weeks.

• Range: Flexion limits commonly to 90 early, then gradual increase.

• Brace: Often used to protect repair.

• Return to running: Around 3 months.

• Pivoting sport: Usually 4–6+ months after testing.

Red flags: Fever, heavy wound leakage, increasing redness, calf pain or swelling, locking. Seek review.

Your plan may differ. Follow the instructions you receive from Dr Shatrov.