If you’re dealing with knee pain that keeps you from training, hiking, or finishing the BOLDERBoulder, it’s time to look at how physical therapy can help. You don’t need to wait until your pain is severe or your only option is knee surgery. A sports-focused physical therapist can guide you toward recovery using research-backed, movement-driven methods designed for active people like you.

At Rise Rehab and Sport Performance in Denver, we hear this all the time. The truth is: yes, many people recover from a torn meniscus with physical therapy alone — but it depends on several key factors. Let’s break it down.