I had surgery for a meniscus tear on both sides of my left knee and I'm worried about how to properly heal and strengthen it. What exercises or rehab should I focus on? Also, I'm on bedrest and scared of gaining weight any tips to stay active or eat right while recovering?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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Meniscus tear recovery needs gradual rehab‚Äîstart with quad strengthening and avoid weight gain by following a high-protein, low-calorie diet.

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