Menisc tears are a fairly common knee injury, the one that some athletes choose to play. Although cycling strengthens the leg muscles surrounding the knee, your ability to keep cycling depends on the type of tear you maintain. A tear in certain areas of the meniscus can heal itself without surgical intervention; However, serious tears require more attention and recovery time. Your doctor may recommend a rehabilitation program that may include bicycle with a torn meniscus.
On the meniscus
Your knees are equipped with two cartilage cssinters that amortize the junction of your tibia bones and your thighs. The pads are seated outside, or inside, or inside or medial, parts of the joint.
Meniscal tears often occur with a powerful turn or a rotation of your knee, especially when your foot is planted on the ground. Your menisci also wear out with age and use. Tears can also occur by performing normal activities – cartilage can be used enough for a simple movement to cause tear.
Cycling and meniscus
Bike is a low impact sport, which means that there is little weight movement placed on your joints. However, upper gears, hills and rapid sprints grant stress on the knee joint. An incorrect seat height, the displacement incorrectly and the driving too strong can all have a negative impact on your knee.
The pain along the inner part of the knee may indicate a medial tear of the meniscus, while a tear of the lateral meniscus will cause pain outside your knee. Other symptoms may include swelling, complete loss of movement and knee lock. If the bike causes pain in your knee, stop the activity immediately. If the pain persists, contact your doctor.
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Types of tears
There are several tear classifications, whose severity depends on its location. Tears along the outdoor areas of the meniscus may not require surgery, as this area has a blood supply to provide nutrients. These can often be cured of rest, ice, compression and elevation.
Transversal tears cross the width of the meniscus and are among the most serious types of tears. The tears of the flap and bucket as well as torn horns all have an impact on the inner part of the cartilage cushion – These areas may require surgical repair and longer healing time. In addition to tearing the cartilage, a knee injury can also damage the ligaments that keep your bones in place.
Your doctor can determine the type and severity of a meniscus tear with a physical examination and imaging tests, including an MRI and X -rays.
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Rehabilitation bike
The stationary bike is often recommended when rehabilitation of meniscal tears to maintain the cardiovascular shape. Stationary bikes are easily programmed to provide little resistance to your knee joint. They can also help find an amplitude of normal motion in your knee.
Your ability to use or cycle depends on the extent of your injury, your surgery and your overall health. A doctor or physiotherapist will erase you for the bicycle when swelling and pain are reduced and your knee resumes a certain mobility.
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