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What In MRI Does "bone Marrow Edema On Tibia Plateau" Mean?

hello, I am 24 yrs old I recently had an MRI of my right knee because of a possible lcl tear and/or meniscus tear results came back negitive but the MRI should bone marrow edema on the tibia plateau.....what dose this mean can it be treated. its been two months since my injury and I still have lots of pain.
Mon, 17 Feb 2014
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Hi, thanks for writing to HCM.

Bone marrow oedema of the tibial plateau (in your case) is the result of trauma you have sustained. Bone marrow oedema implies painful build up of fluid within the injured bone. Usually it is self limiting condition and resolves spontaneously. The time for its resolution may vary from 4-6 months.

Treatment of this condition involves rest, over the counter analgesic medications and physiotherapy. Sometimes, drugs called bisphosphonates are given with vitamin D supplements to help with calcium balance and to increase bone density.

If you have severe pain, steroid injections directly into the affected areas are effective in combating inflammation.

Hope this information is helpful. Good day
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What In MRI Does "bone Marrow Edema On Tibia Plateau" Mean?

Hi, thanks for writing to HCM. Bone marrow oedema of the tibial plateau (in your case) is the result of trauma you have sustained. Bone marrow oedema implies painful build up of fluid within the injured bone. Usually it is self limiting condition and resolves spontaneously. The time for its resolution may vary from 4-6 months. Treatment of this condition involves rest, over the counter analgesic medications and physiotherapy. Sometimes, drugs called bisphosphonates are given with vitamin D supplements to help with calcium balance and to increase bone density. If you have severe pain, steroid injections directly into the affected areas are effective in combating inflammation. Hope this information is helpful. Good day