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A meniscus tear is a common knee injury that can cause pain, swelling, stiffness and difficulty with movement. At Healthpoint in Abu Dhabi, our orthopedic and sports medicine specialists diagnose and treat meniscus injuries using non-surgical and surgical approaches, including meniscal repair and partial meniscectomy.
Treatment depends on the type, size and location of the tear, as well as the patient's age, activity level, symptoms and overall condition of the knee.
The knee contains two menisci – the medial and lateral meniscus. These C-shaped pieces of cartilage sit between the thigh bone (femur) and shin bone (tibia), helping absorb shock, distribute pressure and support knee stability.
Meniscus tears can occur following a sudden twisting or pivoting movement, particularly during sports. They can also develop gradually due to wear and degeneration. A meniscus injury may occur on its own or alongside other knee injuries, such as an ACL tear.
Common symptoms may include:
Persistent symptoms or a knee that repeatedly catches or locks should be assessed by an orthopedic specialist.
Your orthopedic specialist will assess your symptoms, how the injury occurred and the movement of your knee. An MRI scan may be recommended to identify the location and type of meniscus tear and assess other structures within the knee.
Not every meniscus tear requires surgery. Depending on the injury and symptoms, treatment may initially include activity modification, medication, physiotherapy and rehabilitation.
Surgery may be recommended when symptoms persist, knee function is significantly affected, or the tear causes problems such as catching or locking.
When surgery is required, treatment may involve meniscal repair or partial meniscectomy.
Meniscal repair aims to preserve the meniscus by repairing the torn tissue. Whether a tear can be repaired depends on factors including its location, pattern and blood supply.
Preserving healthy meniscal tissue where possible is important because the meniscus helps protect the knee joint and distribute forces across it.
Meniscal repair is usually performed using minimally invasive knee arthroscopy, with a small camera and specialized instruments introduced through small incisions.
When a meniscus tear cannot be repaired, a partial meniscectomy may be recommended. During the procedure, the orthopedic surgeon trims or removes the damaged or unstable portion of the meniscus while preserving as much healthy tissue as possible.
Partial meniscectomy is also typically performed arthroscopically.
Recovery depends on the procedure performed. Meniscal repair usually requires a longer and more protected rehabilitation period to allow the repaired tissue to heal, while recovery following partial meniscectomy may be quicker.
Physiotherapy can help restore knee movement, strength and function, with a gradual return to everyday activities, exercise and sport.
Healthpoint is a specialized surgical hospital in Abu Dhabi with established expertise in orthopedics and sports medicine. Patients have access to specialist orthopedic assessment, advanced imaging, minimally invasive knee surgery, physiotherapy and sports rehabilitation within an integrated hospital setting.
Our aim is to preserve healthy knee tissue wherever possible, restore function and help patients return safely to their everyday activities and sport.
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