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What is the best natural way to heal/soothe a meniscal tear faster?
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Heal a meniscal tear: Depending on the type of meniscal tear you have, healing naturally varies. If it is a recent injury, recommend RICE (rest, ice, compression, elevation). You can also use an over the counter anti-inflammatory (Motrin or Aleve). Recommend evaluation by an orthopedic surgeon. If it the injury is older (>4 weeks), it will likely not heal on it's own. Either way, recommend evaluation by a surgeon.
Answered 9/17/2015
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