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Meniscus tear - right knee
I have a grade 3 radial tear in lateral mensiscus between body and anterior horn. This is in the white section. I am 41 years old.
I love running though I stopped it for the last 7- 8 months given the pain.
I want to get back to running . I used to do c~ 35 to 40 KM a week, 4 times a week.
is there anyway I can get back to running ? My existing doctor says I need to give up running permanently and does not recommend surgery.
Please advise
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Arthroscopic meniscal repair is the best solution for your problem.. Share your MRI images
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No . Surgery will benefit you.. Also there is no need to stop running.
Surgeries are designed to help people get back to normal life and not abstain from doing things.
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White zone tears that too old do not warrant repair. I would suggest meniscectomy.
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Dr. Sivaraman B
Orthopedic surgeon
28 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi, if there is pain better to have surgery and get back on activities. Consult sports medicine orthopaedic surgeon. You need clinical examination and discussion regarding pros in cons of surgery and non surgical treatment. You can get back on running. Hope the information is helpful. Opinion by : Dr Sivaraman B. Sports Medicine orthopaedic consultant. Thoraipakkam, OMR. Chennai.
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