Subject: RE: Medial Meniscus Tear Thanks guys. I have since done a lot of research. I am currently awaiting MRI results, which I will get on Tuesday. For now, the pain is finally bearable... some days worse than others, however. I know for sure I have no arthritic or degenerative changes based on my x-ray results. I'm hoping that, combined with being young (29) will give me a better outcome at the end of all of this. I'm hoping it can be repaired rather than removed, as like you guys mentioned, repair seems to be more favourable for long-term outcomes. I meet with my family dr on Tuesday to discuss the MRI results and if it is a tear, referral to ortho after that. Not sure how long this whole ordeal will take in terms of referral and surgery, but really hoping that by next spring, I can ease back into things. For now, I try and be thankful for the things that I can do. Swimming seems to be ok, as long as I don't push off the wall with the affected leg and walking is ok on the days when I have minimal pain. I've been wearing a brace, but I don't know how helpful it is. However, on the day I decided not to wear it, the next day, the pain was unbearable, so I assume it is helping. Holy run-on sentence. Again, thanks for the input! |