Can meniscal tears be “fixed”?

Howard J. Luks, MD Updated September 17, 2021 Read time: < 1 min

Repairability of Meniscal Tears:

There are a number of variables which determine whether your tear is repairable or not. Only a certain portion of the meniscus has an healing potential. The orientation or type of tear will also determine its repairability.

In many cases in patients under 30, meniscus tears can be repaired — or sewn together. As we age, and our tears become more degenerative (or frayed), the likelihood of a tear being “repairable” decreases dramatically and removal of the torn portion is necessary to alleviate pain.

Menisucs repair Westchester County, NY — Torn Meniscus

Meniscus Repair, Westchester County, NY — Sutured (Repaired) mensicus tear

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Rita Seymour

October 6, 2014 at 2:21 pm

I really enjoyed reading all of the information on your website pertaining to knee injury. I am 52 and believe I may have a meniscal tear. In any case, all of your information is very helpful and very much appreciated. Thank you.
- Howard J. Luks, MD
  
  October 6, 2014 at 4:34 pm
  
  Thank you!

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