| ENCYCLOPEDIA INDEX |
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Injury Disease Nutrition Poison Symptoms Surgery Test |
| A B C D E F G H I J K L M N P R S T U W |
Meniscus tears |
| Overview Symptoms Treatment Prevention |
| Alternative Names: |
| Tear - meniscus; Knee injury - meniscus; Cartilage tear |
| First Aid: |
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The goal of treatment is to minimize the symptoms and protect the joint from further injury while it heals. Physical activity is allowed -- as tolerated. Physical therapy should be involved to help regain joint and leg strength. If the injury is acute, and/or you have a high activity level, knee arthroscopy (surgery) may be necessary. Age has an effect on treatment. Younger patients are more likely to have problems without surgery. |
| Do Not: |
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| Call immediately for emergency medical assistance if: |
| Call your health care provider if symptoms of meniscus tears occur after an injury to the knee. Call your health care provider if you are being treated for a meniscus tear and you notice increased instability in your knee, if pain or swelling return after they initially subsided, or if your injury does not appear to be resolving with time. Also call if you re-injure your knee. |
Arthroscopy |
Knee arthroscopy - series |
Meniscal tears |
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