Torn Meniscus Rehab: Treadmill, Swimming and Yoga Tips

Rehabilitation from meniscus surgery varies depending on whether you use an elliptical or treadmill. Learn the benefits of swimming for pain relief and how to perform safe lateral meniscus exercises to avoid re-tearing.

Strengthening Exercises for Lateral Meniscus Tears

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Sumei FitzGerald

Meniscal tears are commonly occurring knee injuries. Menisci are the wedge-shaped cartilage pieces that act as shock absorbers in your knee. Treatment depends on the type of meniscus tear you have and how severe it is.

Sumei FitzGerald has been writing professionally since 2008 on health, nutrition, medicine and science topics. She has published work on doctors' websites such as Colon Cancer Resource, psychology sites such as Webpsykologen and environmental websites such as Supergreenme. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in sociology from the University of Connecticut where she also studied life sciences.