Question 1

whats a residual meniscus tear?

Accepted Answer

See below: A meniscus is a structure that is made of cartilage and serves as a cushion between two bones.  The knee has two: one medial and one lateral.  Sometimes they can tear through degeneration or injury.  The term residual means that there is “still” a tear; suggesting a persistent tear.  This term can be used if someone has had prior surgery, or even if they have had a previous mri to compare to.

Question 2

whats a lobular contour on meniscus??

Accepted Answer

Irregular: A healthy meniscus will have relatively sharp borders.  A lobular shape is irregular and suggests the possibility of a tear or degeneration.  Discuss the specifics of your case with your doctor.

Question 3

whats the difference between a torn meniscus and a torn mcl?

Accepted Answer

Torn meniscus : The diffusion in their anatomy and function

Question 4

can a meniscus be replaced?

Accepted Answer

Yes: A cadaveric meniscus can be sewn in place of your damaged one. This treatment has its own limitations and may not work.

Question 5

is it possible to fix meniscus?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Certain types of tears are better to fix than others. If the patient is young and if the tear is in the vascular peripheral third zone of the meniscus then the chances of healing are better.

Question 6

what you do for a turn meniscus?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Depends on the patient's age, the severity of the tear and whether there is instability of the knee. All these factors need to be known whether physical therapy, surgery or reconstructive surgery would be recommended.

Question 7

what are ways to tear your meniscus?

Accepted Answer

Rotational force on : Most tears of the meniscus occur from a rotational force on the knee joint. Surprisingly, this force does not need to be that great to cause a tear of the meniscus. Perfect example is sitting cross legged(indian style), is enough force to tear it.

Question 8

how is an extruded meniscus repaired?

Accepted Answer

Meniscus : I am not sure exactly what you are talking about. You can tear a meniscus. To fix this problem, you need to have a "knee scope". The torn meniscus can either be repaired or removed depending on location of tear.

Question 9

how could you tell if you torn your meniscus?

Accepted Answer

Depends...: Many people with torn menisci have no symptoms at all... Most do not experience much discomfort with walking... A few do.  The most painful activities typically associate with a meniscus tear include kneeling, squatting, pivoting and twisting.   Some may also experience giving way or locking if the piece is torn piece is large enough.

Question 10

what are the signs of a torn meniscus?

Accepted Answer

Joint line pain or: The hinge where your femur meets your tibia will be tender and can click or catch typically on the inside. Clicking and catching are two positive tests for a meniscus tear. The patfem joint is the joint around your kneecap.  If you have swelling in your knee, joint line pain and a history of an injury the likelihood of a meniscus tear is more significant.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

Calcification of meniscus

A member asked:

Whats a residual meniscus tear?

A member asked:

Whats a lobular contour on meniscus??

A member asked:

Whats the difference between a torn meniscus and a torn mcl?

A member asked:

Can a meniscus be replaced?

A member asked:

Is it possible to fix meniscus?

A member asked:

What you do for a turn meniscus?

A member asked:

What are ways to tear your meniscus?

A member asked:

How is an extruded meniscus repaired?

A member asked:

How could you tell if you torn your meniscus?

A member asked:

What are the signs of a torn meniscus?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?