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How Long Does Conservative Treatment Take To Cure Meniscus Tear ?

my mri reports states...MRR grade II signal in the posterior horn of medial meniscus represents intrasubstance degeneration or partial intrasubstance tear. no extension to either articular surface. i want to know if this can be cured with conservative treatment and in how much time???
Wed, 1 Apr 2020
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Hello,

It is a partial tear and most probably conservative management will be enough. If there is fictional derangement, arthroscopic repair may be needed. Consult an orthopedic and and he will direct you accordingly.

Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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How Long Does Conservative Treatment Take To Cure Meniscus Tear ?

Hello, It is a partial tear and most probably conservative management will be enough. If there is fictional derangement, arthroscopic repair may be needed. Consult an orthopedic and and he will direct you accordingly. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician