What does torn meniscus-torn knee cartilage do?
A torn meniscus can prevent normal pain-free motion of the knee and therefore can interfere with the patient’s ability to climb stairs or get in and out of chairs and cars. Sometimes the pain in the knee causes the brain to shut off the Quadriceps muscle at the knee and leads to a “giving way” sensation. In addition to causing problems in activities of daily living, a torn meniscus usually interferes with the ability to participate in active sports, particularly when they involve twisting motions.Surgery for Torn Meniscus-torn knee cartilage at the University of Washington, Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, Seattle, WashingtonIf you are interested in making an appointment to discuss this procedure in Seattle, you can request an appointment using our online referrals website. To request a referral online, please click here. You can also call 206-543-1552 or 425-646-7777 to make an appointment.
