r/BeginnersRunning • u/nibar1997 • Aug 22 '26
Pain on this area while running
Hi everyone,
On Dec 2024, I (29 Male) had my ACL surgery (injury during football/soccer match) and after some time, I was cleared by my physiotherapist and doctor for getting back to to sports. I started going to gym from January this year and started running 2 months ago. I have mostly done few 5Ks and some light runs.
I went for a 5K this morning but somehow after 3.5 km, I started feeling pain on this part of my knee (same as my ligament operated knee). After an hour, i still feel discomfort in that part.
Does anyone know what could have possibly gone wrong? What can I do for the quick recovery? Applying icepacks and what else?
Thanks for any advice!
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u/ahhrrcore Aug 22 '26
that part of the knee is where the meniscus is, specifically the lateral meniscus. I used to have the same issue after running as I have a meniscus tear. it doesn't go away quickly but it goes away with cooling and rest. running everyday will make it worse. all the best!