Abstract

After arthroscopic meniscectomy, it is important to ensure each patient regains as much of the original function of the knee as possible. The inherent structural and functional relationships among the bones, muscles, fascias, and lymphatics are vital. Each element should be a focus of treatment to reap maximum benefits and reduce long-term dysfunction. While increased range of motion and strengthening exercises are the current focus of postoperative rehabilitation, a more direct approach to the fascial and lymphatic systems should be instituted for those patients reporting swelling as a long-term sequela. In this case report, osteopathic manipulative treatment reduced recovery time for a 65-year-old woman following arthroscopic meniscectomy.