The recovery from a meniscus tear should take about a year, depending on the degree and type of meniscus injury, if it is a small tear or if the injury site is in the body or red zone of the meniscus, conservative treatment can be done. Patients can apply ice, reduce activity, rest in bed, and elevate the lower limbs within 48 hours of injury to help reduce local swelling and facilitate swelling. 48 hours later, hot compresses can be applied with towels or warm water bags, and infrared physical therapy can be done to help improve local blood circulation and accelerate healing of the meniscus, while oral medications for cartilage, such as glucosamine hydrochloride capsules, can be taken to promote the recovery of the meniscus. The meniscus will recover. Because the blood supply to the meniscus is relatively low, healing is a long-term process, and it will take about a year for the meniscus to fully return to its normal state. During this period, patients should not run and jump or engage in strenuous activities, and can usually ride a bicycle instead of a car to reduce the use of the knee joint.