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[|Human|] I am a 51 year old active female. Before June 2014 I enjoyed running, skiing, biking, and all sorts of physical activity. It helped keep my weight down as well as blood pressure. I experienced knee pain and swelling beginning June 2014. In August I was diagnosed with Femur Patella syndrome on my right knee from an x-ray. He also mentioned I have a high kneecap which may have aided in this. After two months of following all advice from the sports Orthopedic doctor and not seeing any diminish of pain or swelling I visited another doctor. This doctor ordered an MRI and discovered I also had a slightly torn meniscus on the inside of the same knee. He drained my knee (a lot) and I began 6 weeks of Physical Therapy. I saw immediate improvement. The pain had went away almost 95% by the timed I completed PT. In addition to the recommended physical therapy I do at home, I continue my gym routines with some modification now. I no longer run (hardest part), no more lunges or squats. I also modify my weights (lighter) and range of motion for things like leg presses and leg extensions. I ice my knee after any leg workout. So here is my problem...my knee still swells and still gets sore often. I am having such a difficult time figuring out what I can and can not do. I know some adjustments were necessary but it seems I can t do anything physical without this occurring. I have always been active and just want to remain so without hurting my knee anymore. The cardio I can do now is upright biking or swimming. Walking even seems to bother it. Is this just a slow healing thing or is this what I can expect for now on? Please give me any additional advice. I am willing to try anything that will naturally help in the healing process. Thank you
[|AI|]  Welcome to Chat Doctor I have gone through your query and understand your concern. You are naturally healing. So this is only possible when there is only very minor tear. Qua Chat Doctor.  Glucosamine is helpful. You can take analgesic such as ibuprofen for pain relief. Probably this will help you much. Otherwise, best is to arthroscopic meniscectomy. You can discuss with your doctor about it. Hope your query get answered. If you have any clarification then don't hesitate to write to us. I will be happy to help you. Wishing you a good health. Take care.