I am a 51 year old active female. Before June 2014 I enjoyed running, skiing, biking, and all sorts of physical activity. It helped keep my weight down as well as blood pressure. I experienced knee pain and swelling beginning June 2014. In August I was diagnosed with Femur Patella syndrome on my right knee from an x-ray. He also mentioned I have a high kneecap which may have aided in this. After two months of following all advice from the sports Orthopedic doctor and not seeing any diminish of pain or swelling I visited another doctor. This doctor ordered an MRI and discovered I also had a slightly torn meniscus on the inside of the same knee. He drained my knee (a lot) and I began 6 weeks of Physical Therapy. I saw immediate improvement. The pain had went away almost 95% by the timed I completed PT. In addition to the recommended physical therapy I do at home, I continue my gym routines with some modification now. I no longer run (hardest part), no more lunges or squats. I also modify my weights (lighter) and range of motion for things like leg presses and leg extensions. I ice my knee after any leg workout. So here is my problem...my knee still swells and still gets sore often. I am having such a difficult time figuring out what I can and can not do. I know some adjustments were necessary but it seems I can t do anything physical without this occurring. I have always been active and just want to remain so without hurting my knee anymore. The cardio I can do now is upright biking or swimming. Walking even seems to bother it. Is this just a slow healing thing or is this what I can expect for now on? Please give me any additional advice. I am willing to try anything that will naturally help in the healing process. Thank you