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  • Sports Medicine
  • Physical Therapy

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  • Meniscal tears are common injuries in young adults.
  • Surgical intervention is often considered, but non-operative treatments are being explored.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and assess the feasibility of a supervised exercise therapy program for young adults with meniscal tears.
  • To evaluate patient outcomes and experiences with the program.

Main Methods:

  • A 12-week neuromuscular and strengthening exercise program was designed by researchers and physical therapists.
  • Six patients eligible for surgery participated and completed outcome scores (KOOS) and interviews.
  • Patient feedback was incorporated to refine the program.

Main Results:

  • Significant improvements were observed in KOOS subscales: Pain (15), Symptoms (11), Function in daily living (16), Function in sport/recreation (23), and Quality of life (9).
  • Patients reported the program as relevant and effective, with minor adverse events and clinical improvements within 4-10 weeks.
  • No patients opted for surgery up to 6 months post-program; physical therapist supervision was valued.

Conclusions:

  • A supervised neuromuscular and strengthening exercise program is a feasible treatment option for young adults with meniscal tears.
  • The program demonstrated significant improvements in function and quality of life, potentially offering an alternative to surgery.