The meniscus perform several tasks. Meniscus is responsible for shock absorption and lubrication of joints. It also contributes to the stability of the knee joint from wear and works to distribute 30 to 70% of the pressure caused by the load.
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What is a meniscus rupture?
Meniscus is a cartilage located in the knee between the lower leg bone and the femur, and the rupture of the meniscus is one of the most common knee injuries. It often accompanies other knee injuries, such as cruciate ligament injuries.
Symptoms of meniscus rupture
A meniscus tear may not cause the development of any symptoms or problems in many cases. You may feel a pop in your knee at the time of the meniscus tear. Symptoms vary from patient to patient, but common symptoms include:
- Pain in the knee joint, which increases when jogging or walking long distances.
- Swelling of the knee joint.
- Hearing a crackling sound in the knee, especially when going up or down stairs.
- Knee dent or knee failure, where the injured person feels unbalanced in his knee. Which may cause the patient to fall at times.
- Closed knee, so that the injured person cannot fully extend or extend his knee, and closes the entire field of motion of the knee joint.
- Inability to bend the knee.
- Lameness while walking.
Causes of meniscus rupture
There are many emergency causes that may lead to meniscus rupture, most notably:
- Vigorous and sudden sports activities that cause the knee to move or rotate strongly is one of the most important causes of meniscus rupture. Among the most common sports that lead to meniscus rupture are football or basketball.
- Direct knee injury or heavy weight on the knee, such as falling from a high place or being involved in a car accident.
How is meniscus tear diagnosed in Turkey?
The best orthopedic doctor in Turkey takes the patient's medical history, performs some physical examinations, and asks about the cause of the injury. And the symptoms associated with the patient, and some tests can be used to confirm the diagnosis, including:
- X-ray: It is used to determine the presence of any bone changes in the desired area, such as the presence of fracture, arthritis, or the presence of bone particles in the knee joint. It also helps to investigate some other causes of knee pain. But X-rays can't diagnose a tear in the meniscus.
- Magnetic resonance imaging, which is the recommended examination to confirm the diagnosis of meniscus rupture in Turkey. This examination gives an accurate imaging of the internal structure of the knee, including muscles, cartilage, ligaments, and tendons surrounding the knee joint. This technique also helps to determine the best surgical treatment methods, or alternative methods of treatment.
Treatment of meniscus rupture in Turkey
The treatment methods available for meniscus rupture vary depending on the degree of injury and the patient's situation. There are three treatment plans available:
Drug therapy
In mild injuries, your doctor may recommend treating meniscus rupture using drug therapy, including:
- Painkillers.
- Medications that help reduce inflammation and swelling.
- Medications that help strengthen nerves, such as vitamin B.
- Medications that contribute to the restoration of the ability to control the knee joint and the possibility of movement.
Physiotherapy
Treatment of meniscus rupture in Turkey can also be done by physiotherapy. This includes various exercises that increase joint control and help strengthen the muscles around the knee.
Meniscus surgery
When significant damage to the meniscus occurs, meniscus surgery is used, after tremendous medical development in the field of orthopedics. A meniscus tear can be treated laparoscopically, without the need for surgery and its possible complications.
Laparoscopic meniscus surgery
A modern and safe technique that enables the doctor to treat effectively. Meniscus surgery is done laparoscopically. Using special instruments and a small endoscope inserted through a small incision in the knee. This is to repair the tear and restore the function of the meniscus.
meniscus rupture Turkey price
Turkey has a very high level of extensive experience of its doctors, the infrastructure of its hospitals and the medical services it provides. In addition, the cost of meniscus tear treatment in Turkey is very low compared to other countries.
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Can meniscus rupture be prevented?
Some strenuous sports activities can be avoided and direct knee injuries can be avoided to avoid meniscus rupture.
Thus, we have learned about the rupture of the meniscus in Turkey, if you have any questions. Do not hesitate to contact Medicsey Center now and you will find the medical team of Medicsey Center ready to assist you at all times. Contact us now.
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