Knee problem

2017-03-29 14:27:24
Hello,i while playing badminton i twisted my knee last december.there was no swelling(may be a lil bit).this march i did mri as there was still pain in my knee.the result was following. 1)grade-1 tear involving foemoral attachment site of acl showing increased thickness t2/pd signal. 2)anterior horn of lateral meniscus shows an articular surface vertical tear measuring 4mm. 3)strain involving mcl. 4)mild knee joint diffusion my questions are will that tear heal?i heard it wont ever.if yes then in how much time?and i stopped going to gym since dec should i go again?
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Hi there ..the injuries described are very well amenable to rehab right now...that is the need of hour...whether you will need surgery shall depend on development of other symptoms apart from pain like instability and locking...anyhow the do not worry about healing..if the tears don't heal, well the knee as a joint does

Answered2017-03-30 02:39:19

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Visit some near by physiotherapy facility, donot continue to experiment as it may cause permanent damage, and try to keep some immobilisation for couple of days if not done so far.

Answered2017-03-30 02:36:21

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Soft tissue injuries like ACL tears take time to resolve, maybe Upto even 6 months. The 8nner part of the meniscus which your tear is in, does.not have blood supply, so it will not heal. Only the outer part of the meniscus has blood supply. I would advice you to start gentle activities now. DO NOT do any contact sports or running or sports which involve twisting the knee for a few more months. Take it gently and start to build up the strength of your knee. Seek physiotherapy advice as well. Only after you have done a proper rehabilitation will it be known if you need further surgery of your knee. Hope this helps. Dr Vinu Raj Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon MBBS MRCS FRCS(Trauma&Orth)

Answered2017-03-29 15:23:13

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Hi..Acl tear heals by 2-3 months ..But meniscus tear won't heal as meniscus doesn't have blood supply.

Answered2017-03-29 14:42:26

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