The meniscus is a C-shaped cartilage structure in the knee that acts as a shock absorber, stabilizer, and load distributor. Meniscal injuries are common in:
Untreated meniscus tears can lead to pain, instability, cartilage damage, and early osteoarthritis.
Current orthopaedic science strongly emphasizes meniscus preservation rather than removal. Repairing the meniscus whenever possible is essential to:
Best for: Posterior horn and body tears
Best for: Large, complex, and posterior horn tears
Best for: Anterior meniscus tears
Meniscal root tears behave like total meniscectomy injuries if untreated and rapidly lead to arthritis.
Technique:
Importance:
This is a biomechanically critical repair, not optional surgery.
Partial meniscectomy (removal of torn meniscus portion) is performed only when repair is not
biologically possible, such as:
Modern approach:
Meniscectomy is considered a last-resort option, not a primary treatment.
Recovery depends on the type of repair:
At ArthroSportz Med – we don’t remove meniscus — we restore it.
Because preserving your meniscus means preserving your knee for life.
12+ Years of Care
Joint & Sports Care
In most cases, you can begin physiotherapy without a doctor's referral; however, some insurance providers may require one for reimbursement or coverage purposes.
In most cases, you can begin physiotherapy without a doctor's referral; however, some insurance providers may require one for reimbursement or coverage purposes.
In most cases, you can begin physiotherapy without a doctor's referral; however, some insurance providers may require one for reimbursement or coverage purposes.
In most cases, you can begin physiotherapy without a doctor's referral; however, some insurance providers may require one for reimbursement or coverage purposes.
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