The main risk associated with not having / delaying surgery is the possibility of early onset degenerative changes as a result of abnormal loading stresses within the knee. Good proprioceptive rehab and functional strength are essential whether you undergo surgery or not but sadly a lot of people don't rehab to a high enough level.
The main risk associated with not having / delaying surgery is the possibility of early onset degenerative changes as a result of abnormal loading stresses within the knee. Good proprioceptive rehab and functional strength are essential whether you undergo surgery or not but sadly a lot of people don't rehab to a high enough level.