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Medical Conditions - Meniscus Tear

A meniscus tear is an injury of the knee involving damage to the meniscus, a C-shaped cartilage located between the thighbone (femur) and shinbone (tibia). The meniscus is a shock absorber and provides stability to the knee joint.

All meniscus tear Q&A

Can stem cell and PRP therapy help heal a meniscus tear?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I understand your concern. Stem cell therapy for meniscus tears is still considered experimental.

What is the treatment for a grade 3 meniscal tear?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I suggest him to take the following tablets: A combination of Ibuprofen and Paracetamol twice for 10 days after food.

How can one overcome knee pain due to meniscus tear?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just read your query. I can understand your concern. A meniscus tear is a common knee injury that can occur at any age, including in 45-year-old women like yourself.

Is immediate surgery needed for discoid meniscus in child?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern regarding surgical management and also, because of the fact there is no pain.

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What does an MRI report after the leg injury indicate?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Meniscus are little cartilages on both sides of the knee and its injury during sports is very common.

Do I have chronic knee pain due to a dislocated knee cap?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Meniscal tears on the inner side of the knee take a lot of time to heal. The surgery can be done by an arthroscopic or open approach.

Can I perform daily activities despite a secondary meniscus injury?

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.Please provide more details about your symptoms. Since you have a history of meniscus injury, it recurs due to daily activities.

Does a meniscus tear cause severe pain in the knee?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I hope you are doing well. I have read your query and would be happy to answer your query.

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