A meniscus tear is a common knee injury where the cushioning cartilage of the joint gets damaged. This can happen from a sudden twist, any sports activities, or even wear and tear over time. A torn meniscus often causes pain, swelling, and difficulty in moving the knee.
Meniscus repair is a surgical procedure to fix the torn cartilage and restore knee stability. The surgeon uses stitches and small tools to repair the tear. This helps protect the knee joint and allows better movement over time.
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Meniscus repair is a surgery to fix a torn meniscus in the knee. The meniscus is a C-shaped piece of cartilage that works like a cushion between the thigh bone and shin bone.
When it gets torn due to injury or sudden twist, it can cause pain, swelling, and difficulty in movement. In meniscus repair, the doctor stitches the torn part so it can heal naturally. This surgery protects the knee joint and prevents future problems.
Here are the points that prove the necessity of Meniscus Repair for any patient:
Here are some of the main types of surgery torn meniscus:
In this surgery, the torn meniscus is stitched back together so it heals as part of each other. The stitches dissolve naturally as the knee heals. This is usually done when the tear can be repaired and healed.
Here, the surgeon removes only the damaged part of the meniscus and keeps the healthy part in place. This is best for severe tears that can not heal with stitching. Recovery is quicker compared to repair surgery. But since part of the meniscus is removed, cushioning in the knee also gets reduced.
This is less common and usually for people under 50 with severe damage or arthritis. The surgeon replaces the damaged meniscus with donor tissue (allograft). This surgery is less common in practice for anyone above 50. It helps restore knee function and delay arthritis in severe cases.
Meniscus repair arthroscopy is a surgery done using a small camera called an arthroscope. The doctor makes tiny cuts around the knee and uses the camera to see inside. Special small tools are then used to stitch or fix the torn meniscus.
Because the cuts are very small, this surgery causes less pain, heals faster, and leaves smaller scars. It is the most common method used for meniscus repair today.
Recovery after meniscus repair takes time, and it depends on the type of surgery you had. With proper care, rest, and physical therapy, the knee can slowly heal and regain strength. Here is some brief information for the same:
The success rate of meniscus repair is generally high, especially when the tear is in a part of the meniscus that has a good blood supply (the outer edge). On average, 80% to 90% of patients heal well and regain knee function after the surgery.
Success also depends on age, activity level, type of tear, and following the rehab plan. Younger patients and those who avoid heavy strain during recovery usually have better results.
The cost of meniscus repair surgery varies from place to place. In India, it can be from a few thousand rupees to a few lakhs. In other countries, it may cost several thousand dollars. The total cost usually includes the surgery, hospital stay, medicines, and physiotherapy needed for recovery.
We, as an orthopedic rehab centre, provide quality care to our patients. We handle all the necessary preparations for meniscus repair surgery as well as post-surgery recovery support.
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