Meniscus Arthroscopic Surgery Mexico
May 10th, 2009| Knee meniscus arthroscopic surgery in Mexico is gaining popularity with people from the US, Canada,and many other countries across the world.
The meniscus is a C-shaped fibrocartilage that acts as a shockabsorber and also helps avoid friction between the femur and the tibia bones that come together to form the knee joint. Thus, its role is understandably huge in activities like walking, standing, etc. Meniscus tears may develop either as a result of trauma or wear and tear in patients with knee arthritis. Traumatic tears in younger, more athletic patients, are also sometimes associated with ACL tears. |
There are various types of meniscal tears, depending on their position on the meniscus:
- Vertical longitudinal tears
- Transverse or radial tears
- Horizontal cleavage tears
- Flap tears
Tears on the outer portion of the meniscus heal faster than those on the inner, as the latter lacks good blood supply.
Who Should Consider Surgery for Meniscal Tears in Mexico?
- Persons with longitudinal meniscal tears rather than those with degenerative horizontal or flap tears.
- Tears shouldn’t be longer than 1-2 cm.
- Patients who are willing to comply with the knee rehabilitation program post-surgery.
What is the Treatment Procedure to Repair a Torn Meniscus?
The meniscus
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