Treating Meniscal Tears

There are 2 cushiony pieces of the cartilage connecting the femur and the tibia of each leg. This cartilage is called a meniscus (plural: menisci), and it is present in a pair in each knee joint. A meniscal tear occurs when the knee joint experiences a sudden, sharp movement. At Florida OrthoCare it is important that patients we treat have a clear understanding of how its best for treating meniscal tears.

There are different types of injuries that affect the tendon. Tendinitis is inflammation of the tendon. Tendinosis is when tiny tears occur in the tissue in and around the tendons. This is usually caused by overuse.