Numerous studies have shown the biomechanical properties of the meniscus can be restored with repair. The aim of this study is to evaluate if partial undersurface tears of the medial meniscus encountered at the time of arthroscopy have any biomechanical impact on the contact area and peak pressure of the knee. Methods: Nine unmatched cadaveric knees were harvested. The knees were inspected for ...

The purpose of this paper is to provide current knowledge regarding the indications, operative techniques, rehabilitation programs, and clinical outcomes of meniscus repair and transplantation procedures. Meniscus tears that occur in the periphery may be repaired using a variety of operative procedures with high success rates. Complex multiplanar tears that extend into the central one-third ava...

OBJECTIVE To review basic meniscal anatomy, histology, and biomechanical principles as they apply to surgery and rehabilitation. DATA SOURCES We searched MEDLINE and CINAHL for the years 1960-1999 using the terms meniscus,surgery,rehabilitation,meniscal repair, and arthroscopy. DATA SYNTHESIS Injuries to a healthy meniscus are usually produced by a compressive force coupled with transverse-...

The meniscus root plays an essential role in maintaining the circumferential hoop tension and preventing meniscal displacement. Studies on meniscus root tears have investigated the relationship of osteoarthritis and an anterior cruciate ligament tear. However, few studies have directly compared the medial and lateral root tears. To assess the prevalence of meniscal extrusion and its relationshi...

INTRODUCTION: Load distribution and shock absorption are the primary functions of menisci in the knee joint [1]. Therefore, maintenance of intact menisci is important for prevention of osteoarthritis. Radial tears are common injury types in menisci [2, 3]. Partial meniscectomy is generally used for treatment of radial tears [4]. In this operation, a small part of the meniscal tissue is removed....