Meniscus Tear Specialists in Indiranagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka

What is Meniscus Tear?

A Meniscus Tear is an injury to one of the two crescent-shaped pieces of cartilage in the knee that act as cushions between the thigh bone and shin bone, absorbing shock and stabilizing the joint. Tears can occur acutely from sudden twisting movements during sports, often alongside ligament injuries, or develop gradually from age-related degeneration of the cartilage. The injury can cause the knee to catch, lock, or feel unstable depending on the tear's size and location. While some tears heal with conservative management, others require surgical intervention to restore normal knee function.

Causes of Meniscus Tear

Acute tears are typically caused by forceful twisting or rotating of the knee while the foot is planted, often during sports involving pivoting movements, while degenerative tears develop gradually from age-related wear of the cartilage. Risk factors include participation in contact or pivoting sports, advancing age, and prior knee injury.

Symptoms of Meniscus Tear

Knee pain, especially when twisting or rotating the joint, swelling and stiffness, a popping sensation at the time of injury, difficulty fully extending the knee, a feeling of the knee catching or locking, instability or the sensation of the knee giving way, tenderness along the joint line

Treatment & Types of Meniscus Tear in Indiranagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka

Small tears in the outer, well-vascularized part of the meniscus may heal with rest, physical therapy, and anti-inflammatory medications, while larger or more complex tears often require arthroscopic surgery to repair or trim the damaged cartilage. Rehabilitation focusing on restoring strength and range of motion is essential following either conservative or surgical treatment.

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