The overall goal of a revision meniscus repair is to treat the re-tear in order to alleviate knee pain, swelling, and loss of function
. Dr. Provencher will perform a thorough medical review and physical examination to determine if a patient is an ideal candidate for a meniscus knee revision surgery.
How do I know if my meniscus repair failed?
- Patients older than 40 years of age.
- Delayed treatment.
- Ragged, degenerative and complex tears.
- Full-thickness tear.
- Tears in the inner margin that lack blood supply.
How do you know if I re tore my meniscus after surgery?
- A popping sensation.
- Swelling or stiffness.
- Pain, especially when twisting or rotating your knee.
- Difficulty straightening your knee fully.
- Feeling as though your knee is locked in place when you try to move it.
- Feeling of your knee giving way.
When does a meniscus repair fail?
If the meniscal tissue fails to heal then
it is likely that eventually the tiny sutures will tear and fail, and the knee will remain symptomatic
. However, the average success rate for meniscal repairs healing up successfully is approximately 90%, which is pretty good for any surgical procedure.
Will my knee ever be the same after meniscus surgery?
Knee Swelling after Meniscus Surgery
Swelling is an indicator of inflammation, which is part of the normal healing process after surgeries such as a meniscus repair.
It can sometimes persist for a few weeks following meniscal surgery
.
Can u tear your meniscus twice?
A re-torn meniscus can occur from a fall, traumatic event or degeneration
. Revision meniscus repair surgeon, Dr. Matthew Provencher provides diagnosis and both surgical and nonsurgical treatment options for patients in Vail who have re-torn their meniscus. Contact Dr.
Can a meniscus tear lead to knee replacement?
Conclusions: In patients with knee osteoarthritis
arthroscopic knee surgery with meniscectomy is associated with a three fold increase in the risk for future knee replacement surgery
.
What causes repeated meniscus tears?
The tear
frequently occurs while playing sports
. People whose cartilage wears down (due to age or arthritis) can tear a meniscus from a motion as simple as stepping on an uneven surface. Sometimes, degeneration from arthritis causes a tear, even without a knee injury.
Why does it hurt behind my knee after meniscus surgery?
knee to be swollen, and your foot and ankle may be swollen as well
due to gravity
. The fluid in your knee often remains there for at least 4-6 weeks after surgery until your body can reabsorb it. This fluid will make your knee feel tight or stiff, especially with deep knee bending or squatting.
Why do my knees hurt 3 months after meniscus?
Swelling, infection, inadequate rehabilitation, spontaneous osteonecrosis, and arthritis in the joint
are a few of the factors that cause continued knee pain after surgery.
What happens if meniscus surgery doesn’t work?
Doctors and researchers are confirming arthroscopic knee surgeries for meniscus and cartilage “repair” do not heal, do not repair, and
may accelerate knee instability and the degenerative collapse of the knee
.
Does meniscus grow back?
The part of the meniscus removed does not grow back
, but is replaced by fibrous tissue. There is an increased likelihood of developing osteoarthritis in patients who have undergone complete (total) menisectomy. It is therefore important to leave behind as much of normal meniscus as is possible.
Why does my knee still hurt 5 months after meniscus surgery?
Most meniscal surgeries (95%) are partial meniscectomies where part of the meniscus is actually removed, not just repaired
. Therefore, the remaining meniscus is now smaller and does not perform as well.
Why is my meniscus tear not healing?
A tear on the inner two-thirds of the meniscus that won’t heal on its own because
the area lacks blood flow to stimulate the immune system response
. A tear that gives you a lot of pain or impairs use of your knee may require surgery to remove or repair the torn part of the meniscus.
What is degenerative meniscus tear?
Pathology –
a tear that has developed gradually in the meniscus
. Considered a feature of knee osteoarthritis.
Is there an artificial meniscus?
The artificial meniscus is inserted into a patient’s knee through a small incision (two to three inches)
. Because of its special design, featuring a thick rim and a thinner center, the device stays in place – even when squatting – without being attached to bones or any other surrounding tissue.
Do meniscus tears get worse?
A meniscus tear can get worse when left untreated
. For example, you might have trouble managing the pain and swelling in your knee, or your knee may continue feeling like it’s catching or locking. If you feel your symptoms are getting worse instead of better, it could be a sign that your tear isn’t healing quite right.
Which is worse lateral or medial meniscus tear?
3. Is the lateral meniscus tear worse than a medial meniscus tear? It is hard to differentiate what type of tear is worse if it is repairable. However, it is well known that
if a lateral meniscus is taken out, the consequences are almost always worse than having a medial meniscus resected
.
Will losing weight help torn meniscus?
Weight loss was associated with beneficial modifications of medial meniscus extrusion over 18 months
. This may be one of the mechanisms by which weight loss translates into a clinical benefit.
Why medial meniscus is more prone to injury?
The medial meniscus is more vulnerable to injury to
due to its intimate attachment to the medial collateral ligament
. The moveable lateral meniscus is less prone to tear except when the ACL is injured.
