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Mri report says radial tear body is in inner third and potentially middle third body segment lateral meniscus?
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Cartilage damage: Discuss and get physical exam from an orthopedic surgeon that can assess whether surgery may be needed.
Answered 4/16/2013
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See answer: Arthroscopic surgery for the meniscus followed by joint exercise /rehabilitation may be appropriate – talk to your orthopedic surgeon.
Answered 11/2/2015
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