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Knee minuscus tear

2025-12-19 08:28:34
Can undenatured type 2 collagen (brand kartikool)be had for minuscus tear ?If so what are the benefits? And what dosage and how long to have it ? I have heard that  it cause knee joint stiffness if used in  long run is that true or not ?
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Treatment usually depends on grade of tear …. If it’s grade 1/2 then PRP ( platelet rich plasma ) along with supplements and physio helps If grade 3 - then arthroscopic surgery should be considered

Answered2025-12-22 08:08:45

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All meniscus tears are not same. Clinical examination and MRI are essential for proper diagnosis. There’s no proven role of collagen in meniscus tears.
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Physiotherapy- quadriceps strengthening Hot fomentation

Answered2025-12-22 06:13:22

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Initially can be taken for 3 months twice a day dosing but results depend on the type of tear and location of tear of the meniscus

Answered2025-12-20 13:41:44

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Type 1 collagen shud be used for meniscus

Answered2025-12-21 15:26:31

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True

Answered2025-12-20 13:25:24

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Benefit Will depends on type of injury and How much tear

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