Question 1

does a displacement of the meniscus root mean a tear?

Accepted Answer

Most likely yes: Often there is not consistent terminology used when reporting MRI results. Different words describe the same thing. The meniscus root is where the meniscus is solidly attached to bone in the front and back of the knee. Meniscus root injuries usually occur at the back attachment point. If this root is "displaced", it likely means that there is a tear allowing the root to move out of position.

Question 2

tmj disc displacement for 16 years, can the ligaments eventually  tear up ?

Accepted Answer

TMJ : Stress and strain on this particular joint over a long period of time can begin to wear on the surface of the joint as well as the ligaments and muscles surrounding the tMJ joint. An oral surgeon or your dentist is a good place to start for assessment of possible teeth grinding, alteration of your bite that can cause strain, et cetera.

Question 3

can the optical nerve get inflammated due to longtime tmj disc displacement?

Accepted Answer

: No, there is no pathologic relationship between TMJ disc displacement and abnormal optical nerve.

Question 4

i have a miniscus displacement thing i was wondering a recovery time frame etc.

Accepted Answer

Two to three months: If repairable, then two o three months before full activity......If only trim able then 4-5 weeks.

Question 5

is a medial mensicu displacement considered a bucket tear? is the mcmurray test the only test that they give?

Accepted Answer

Appply grind, mri: Adiagnostic arthroscopy other  teatmri goold standard test arthrogram oldee test.

Question 6

how does a meniscus get displaced in the first place? does a displacement mean a tear in the root? please explain

Accepted Answer

SEE BELOW: The root is where the back end of the meniscus attaches to the top of the tibia 

tears and displacement of tears occur usually with twisting forces that stress and pull on the meniscus when it is compressed and caught between the tibia and the femur as twisting occurs.

Question 7

what does a slight superior meniscus root displacement mean? does it mean a tear at the meniscus? treament options if any?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Are you looking at MRI report? Superior means top and root is at the back attachment of the meniscus.  The meniscus does have mobility and can move in relation to the position of the knee. If the meniscus is displaced from the capsule then yes, it could be a tear. Swelling, localized joint pain, locking or giving way are signs of possible meniscal problems. Treatment depends on how it effects you.

Question 8

what does displacement of the meniscal root mean? does that mean a tear at the root if so how is that fixed with surgery? please help

Accepted Answer

Loss of hoop stress: The meniscus has lost it's normal stability. Could be from degeneration or a peripheral tear. It can be sutured and tightened.

Question 9

what are symptoms of having a displaced meniscus root? please explain i have been having medial pain and was told i have a displacement there, help

Accepted Answer

Pain, popping: Meniscus tears can cause pain, swelling,  and mechanical symptoms (locking, popping, etc).  The symptoms are often aggravated by activities such as bending, squatting, and pivoting.   Arthroscopy is often recommend if the problem is not responding to nonoperative treatment.

Question 10

is it something serious when you have a slight superior medial mensicus displacement? what usually is the treament for that? does it require surgery?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: Surgery is always an option, but just depends on your symptoms.  If you don't have significant swelling or pain, then conservative management is appropriate.  If you have pain that impacts your daily activities, having the meniscus "fixed" (through an arthroscopy) is an option.  "displacement" of a meniscus likely means that if you re-tweak your knee, you'll complete the tear.  Good luck!

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What are symptoms of having a displaced meniscus root? please explain i have been having medial pain and was told i have a displacement there, help

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