Image-Osteotomy Planning

After a meniscus tear there are 5 options:• Leave alone and allow symptoms to settle reducing activity levels – safe if this results in no pain and no swelling in the knee• Arthroscopic surgery to remove the torn fragment – a very common and successful procedure• Arthroscopic surgery to repair the torn fragment – performed…

This information sheet provides information on the nature and purpose of the procedure in addition to an outline of the post-operative rehabilitation. Purpose and description of the procedure This operation involves repair of the meniscus or footballer’s cartilage in the knee. The cartilage acts as a protective weight bearing “shim” helping to transmit weight between…

Initial Post Op Phase – First 2 Weeks Aim The aim of this phase is to regain the range of joint movement and to allow swelling in the knee to settle. The most important aim is to regain normal and full extension (straightening) of the knee. After seeing the physiotherapist on the ward the next…

Joint Loading and Biomechanics Loading of a joint can have variable effects on the articular cartilage. Sudden impact loading can cause specific damage and in addition repetitive loading may also promote degenerative change whereas appropriate load within the required range will help with nutrition and function of the joint. The articular cartilage acts as a…