Is it really necessary to be none weight bearing for 6wks after an arthroscopy ?

Question

Is it really necessary to be none weight bearing for 6wks after an arthroscopy ?

Answer 1

Recovery time appears to be different for each individual. You should be given instructions about care before being discharged; what activities you should avoid, and which exercises you should do to speed your recovery. So ask your doctor.

Answer 2

Oh yes, you may do more damage if you dont, especially if the ligaments need to repair and this takes awhile...you dont want problems later on, or the problem getting worse.