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Last year after having an mri done i have a small knee joint effusion. there is a minor inferior surfacing vertical tear within the posterior horn of the medial meniscus. no evidence of a lateral meniscal tear. no pain now can i play sports?

Q: last year after having an mri done i have a small knee joint effusion. there is a minor inferior surfacing vertical tear within the posterior horn of the medial meniscus. no evidence of a lateral meniscal tear. no pain now can i play sports?

: Best is to consult your Ortho for the decision will be based on both clinical exam and CT findings and the sport you want to play.

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

Best is to consult your Ortho for the decision will be based on both clinical exam and CT findings and the sport you want to play.

Answered 6/27/2022

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A member asked:

Last year after having an mri done i have a small knee joint effusion. there is a minor inferior surfacing vertical tear within the posterior horn of the medial meniscus. no evidence of a lateral meniscal tear. no pain now can i play sports?

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

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