A member asked:

What does a slight superior displacement of the meniscal root mean? does that mean that the meniscus it torn ? what do it look like? please help

A doctor has provided 1 answer
Dr. Chad Zooker answered

Specializes in Sports Medicine

Possible tear: Mri is 95% sensitive in detecting injuries to the meniscus. Displacement on the MRI and symptoms/physical exam consistent with a meniscus tear should be assessed by an orthopaedic surgeon experienced in sports medicine and/or arthroscopy. Surgery can be performed to repair the root, but is difficult, less successful in knees over age 30 and not as straightforward as a "routine" scope.

Answered 3/24/2015

5.2k views

Thank

Related Questions

Sponsored Content
HealthTap Medical Group does not endorse products or services. Sponsored content revenues support our mission to make health information free and accessible to all.Learn more