Meniscal Injuries
The meniscus is a C-shaped cartilage in the knee that acts as a shock absorber between the thighbone (femur) and shinbone (tibia). Meniscal injuries, often referred to as meniscus tears, are common in athletes and active individuals but can also occur due to age-related degeneration.
Fractures and Dislocations
Sprains and Strains
Meniscus Tears
Meniscal Injuries
Meniscal injuries (disc injuries) of the knee joint are also very frequently associated with an ACL injury and are cause by an injury during sports activities, outdoor activities, and trauma. A variety of meniscal can occur, like tear in the menisci with a wide pattern for injury and also location, causing a RAMP lesion, root lesion or a mid-substance tear.
Meniscal injuries are repaired / treated using arthroscopy of the joint and include suturing of the defect root repair, ramp repair and also meniscectomy (partial / total) depending on the lesion. ReGrow (Autologous chondrocyte implantation – ACI) (stem cell therapy). Due to the rigorous sport activities, some individuals develop defects in the articular cartilage of the joint, mainly in the medial femoral condyle and PFJ, where a part of the cartilage gets damaged.
Types of Meniscal Injuries
🛑 Bucket Handle Tear
🛑 Horizontal Tear
🛑 Flap Tear
🛑 Complex Tear🛑 Degenerative Tear🛑 Oblique (Parrot Beak) Tear
Treatment We offer
Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation
Strengthening the quadriceps, hamstrings, and stabilizing muscles to support the knee.Improving flexibility and balance to prevent re-injury.
Bracing & Immobilization
Using knee braces to stabilize the joint during the healing process.
Cold & Heat Therapy
Ice therapy to reduce swelling and inflammation.Heat therapy to relax stiff muscles and improve circulation.
Meniscus Repair
Ideal for younger patients and tears in the outer meniscus (good blood supply). Involves suturing the torn meniscus to allow natural healing.
Partial Meniscectomy
Removes only the damaged part of the meniscus while preserving healthy tissue. Reduces pain and restores knee mobility.
Meniscus Transplantation
A donor meniscus replaces a severely damaged or removed meniscus. Recommended for young, active individuals with previous meniscectomy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long can a meniscus injury last?
A meniscus injury can take a long time to get better. A mild meniscus tear – especially for younger people – can get better in about four to twelve weeks. But for older people – and unfortunately, I’m referring here to anyone over the age of 35 – it can usually takes three to six months, but often even longer.
What is the fastest way to heal a torn meniscus?
Your doctor may recommend the RICE regimen—rest, ice, compression, and elevation—to treat a meniscus tear. Resting your knee can help relieve your symptoms. Your doctor may suggest using a cane for a few weeks to keep weight off your knee and to stay away from physical activity that may have contributed to the injury.
What is a common way to injury your meniscus?
This surgery replaces the ball-and-socket joint of the shoulder witInjury or damage to the meniscus can result from abruptly twisting or rotating the knee; strain during squatting, bending or lifting heavy objects; and hard impacts from a tackle or other sports activity. Injuries can range from a meniscus strain to a partial or full meniscus tear.h metal and plastic parts. It’s usually used as a last resort to treat severe damage, deformity, or chronic pain.
How serious is a meniscus injury?
An untreated torn meniscus can result in instability of the knee and lasting pain. It can also increase your risk of osteoarthritis.
