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return to work after knee arthroscopy

Has anyone had knee arthroscopy for meniscus tear? I am wondering about the recovery time and how long I will be out of work. Hoping it is not long. Thanks

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    Have you asked your surgeons these questions? He/she would be the best source of information since they know the extent of the injury and surgery.

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    I was out three weeks with mine. I shouldn't have gone back as soon as I did because I was a floor nurse at the time, but I healed quickly (and I insisted because I really needed the money).

    Of course, your mileage may vary and your surgeon is the best person to advise you. I urge you to go along with whatever he recommends.

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    So many variables, miracle I pulled a 12 hr ER shift 72 hr post op......uneventful

    listen to to our surgeon, pathologies varied

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    When I had total knee replacement, I was back at work 18 days after the first one & 21 days after the second one. I had discussed at length with my surgeon the necessity of getting back to work as fast as possible. This discussion took place before I even scheduled the surgery. He told me exactly what I would have to do to make that happen & I buckled down & did what he said.

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    Knee Arthroscopy immediate recovery time after a meniscal tear could vary anywhere from two to four weeks. Pain reduction and improvement in knee strength can take even longer, even three to four months.

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