A Torn Meniscus is a common knee injury that results from trying to stop and turn quickly. This planting of the foot and twisting the body results in too much torque for the small cartilage in the knee known as the meniscus. Once torn the remaining piece can fold on itself causing intense pain and the inability to either straighten or bend the knee.
How do I know I have a meniscus tear?
Imagining like MRI's are the best way to diagnose a meniscus tear. However your Chiropractor can assess through examination with a high degree of certainty whether you have a torn meniscus or not and can begin treatment right away.
What are some treatment options for a torn meniscus?
The most common treatment forms for a torn meniscus are Chiropractic, Physical Therapy, and Surgery.
How can Chiropractic help?
Through specific gentle chiropractic adjustments your Chiropractor can help realign the knee joint. This alignment helps with the mobility and stability of the knee. With increased joint health the meniscus can begin heal.
Will it heal on it's own?
In most cases no. The meniscus will need some type of treatment or therapy to begin healing. The longer a patient waits to be seen can lead to many other problems beyond the tear expanding. Things like back or hip can begin from limping due to pain thus compounding the problem. Also back pain from extended rest in an attempt to self recover can lead to more pain and require lengthier treatment plans and higher expenses to the patient.
The best response is to always seek treatment right away.
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