Do you have knee pain, swelling, clicking, or locking that makes walking, bending, or staying active difficult? Dr. Seth Grossman, our board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon, provides comprehensive evaluations to identify meniscus tears and other causes of knee pain before recommending personalized, evidence-based treatments.
Repair Damaged Knee Cartilage
Knee pain can develop for many reasons, but a torn meniscus is one of the most common causes. The meniscus is a C-shaped piece of cartilage that cushions and stabilizes your knee joint. When it tears due to a sudden twist, a sports injury, age-related wear, or other factors, you may experience pain, swelling, stiffness, clicking, or your knee catching or locking. Prompt evaluation can help determine the cause and guide the most appropriate treatment.
Signs & Symptoms of Knee Pain & Meniscus Tears:
- Pain along the inside or outside of the knee, especially when twisting or squatting
- Swelling that develops soon after an injury or gradually over several hours
- A popping sensation at the time of the injury
- Knee stiffness that limits comfortable movement
- Difficulty bending or fully straightening the knee
- Locking or catching of the knee during movement
- A feeling that the knee is unstable or may give way
- Pain when walking, climbing stairs, or getting up from a seated position
- Reduced range of motion that interferes with daily activities
- Tenderness along the joint line when pressure is applied
Procedures for Knee Pain & Meniscus Tears
Dr. Seth Grossman develops a personalized treatment plan based on the type, size, and location of your meniscus tear, as well as your symptoms, activity level, and knee health. When conservative treatments are not enough to relieve pain or restore optimal function, he may recommend knee arthroscopy. This minimally invasive procedure allows him to evaluate the joint directly and perform targeted treatments such as meniscectomy or meniscus repair.
Meniscus Repair
A meniscus repair preserves the natural cartilage by suturing the torn edges together and allowing the tissue to heal. Using knee arthroscopic techniques, Dr. Grossman repositions the torn section and secures it with specialized fixation devices or sutures. This procedure is typically considered for tears located in areas of the meniscus with a better blood supply, where healing potential is higher. Preserving the meniscus helps maintain knee stability, cushioning, and long-term joint function whenever possible.
Meniscectomy
A meniscectomy is performed when the damaged portion of the meniscus cannot be successfully repaired. Using arthroscopy, Dr. Grossman inserts a small camera and specialized surgical instruments through tiny incisions to remove only the torn, unstable fragments while preserving as much healthy cartilage as possible. This approach helps eliminate tissue that causes pain, catching, or locking, while maintaining the meniscus’s protective function and promoting smoother movement within the knee joint.
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Dr. Seth Grossman is a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon whose engineering background and patient-first philosophy guide every treatment recommendation. He exhausts all appropriate non-surgical options before considering surgery. If knee pain or a meniscus tear is limiting your mobility, schedule a consultation at Grossman Spine to explore personalized treatment options at our New Jersey practice.
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