Details of Meniscal Repair

This is a surgical procedure to repair a torn meniscus through a keyhole surgery. It is a minimally invasive procedure, is often undergone as an outpatient surgery.

• Swelling
• Stiffness
• Pain
• Popping sensation
• Feeling knee light

• Forceful twist
• Aggressive pivoting
• Heavy weight

• X-rays
• MRI
• Arthroscopy

If it is constantly paining after all treatments then the doctor may recommend a repair procedure. During the procedure, the meniscus might be surgically trimmed, possibly through tiny incisions using an arthroscope.