Talk to Orthopedic Surgeon on Meniscus Tear

“My MRI showed an oblique meniscus tear, but I don’t remember any specific injury that could have caused it. Can this type of tear heal without surgery? I would really like to avoid surgery if possible. My knee is no longer locking, and most of the swelling has gone down. The pain is mild when I’m resting, but it gets worse when I’m doing household work or being more active. I can put weight on my leg, but if I put too much pressure on it, the pain increases. Do you think conservative treatment and exercises are enough in my case?”