What is the meniscus and what does it do? Before arthroscopic methods, menisci were thought to be useless remnants, and meniscus tears were considered in every patient with knee pain and menisci were removed during surgery. However, in recent years, it has been understood that the menisci have very important functions for the normal function of the knees. Menisci located between two bones (thigh and tibia) act as a cushion and protect the articular cartilage from abnormal loads. They are very important in the transport and transfer of loads from the knee. They also increase the compatibility of the joint surfaces and contribute to the intra-articular circulation of the joint fluid. In the absence of menisci, the loads on the knee joint are transferred directly to the articular cartilage, causing premature wear, that is, calcification (osteoarthritis). Today, protecting the menisci has become a top priority.
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Meniscus surgery I observe that it is a situation that is underestimated by patients because it is a day-to-day operation and is usually …
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Cartilage damage is among the most common causes of knee pain. Age, gender, race, genetic factors, as well as weight, sedentary life such as …
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What is osteoarthritis? Our bodies age as we age, and time changes our bodies without us even realizing it. Few people truly respect …
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What is osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis is a joint disease that affects most middle-aged and older people. It is also known as ‘wear of …
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Immobility is among the most important factors in the formation of spinal disorders. How should a proper posture be in terms of back …
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Case: 57-year-old male patient. Our patient had pain, tingling and burning in the right knee, limitation of motion. VAS was 9-10. He applied …
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With the application of sugary serum, which activates the body’s self-healing mechanism, meniscus tears, ligament tears, knee calcifications …
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