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What is Meniscus Surgery?
The meniscus is a cartilage structure between the knee joint. It acts as a depreciation between the thigh bone and the tibia. It is an indispensable structure. It is as hard as like an ear. It is treated with arthroscopic surgery. Meniscus complaints are more common in athletes.
What are the Meniscus Symptoms?
The most basic symptom of meniscus tears is pain that will reduce the quality of daily life. Apart from pain, swelling and deformation may appear. But not all knee pain is meniscus.
What Causes Meniscus Tears?
Carrying a load that is abnormal and beyond its capacity causes meniscus tears. The previously degenerated meniscus can also be torn by simple movements such as going up and down the stairs. It can also appear with traumas in sports. Falling, rolling, sporting events and training can cause lacerations.
How Does Meniscus Surgery Happen?
Preferences are like this if they can heal on their own. Since the torn meniscus will become a weak tissue after a while, it should be taken care of and strengthened. Meniscus surgery; Transplantation can be applied in different ways such as removing only the torn tissue, stitching the torn tissues together, and removing the meniscus completely. Treatment is done with arthroscopy.Tears exceeding 2 mm are sutured.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Should It Be Before Meniscus Surgery?
You should not eat or drink anything for up to 12 hours before the surgery. Necessary blood tests and examinations such as MRI should be done.
How Should It Be After Meniscus Surgery?
Depending on the conditions, hospitalization can be given up to 2 days. It is recommended to walk with crutches or a walker for up to 4 weeks after the surgery. String bandage should be worn. Cold applications should be made, blood circulation in the area should be accelerated. After 20 days, it is possible to return to normal life. Care should be taken that the operated area does not become infected, dressings should be done on time and should not be wetted. The exercises recommended by the doctor should be done on time. If the exercises are not done, muscle strength can be lost. Attention should also be paid to nutrition, the immune system should be kept strong… Physical therapy can be continued for a while. Smoking and alcohol use can prolong the recovery period.
How Long Does Meniscus Surgery Take?
It is a surgical operation that takes a maximum of 1 hour.
When To Start Walking After Meniscus Surgery?
You can start walking the day after the surgery.
Is Meniscus Surgery Risky?
It is not a risky surgery.
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