Meniscus Repair & Reconstruction
Surgical repair or reconstruction of the meniscus, the cartilage cushion in the knee, to relieve pain and restore normal joint mechanics after injury.
Who Needs It
Recommended for patients with a torn meniscus causing persistent knee pain, swelling, locking or a sensation of the knee giving way, particularly when symptoms do not improve with rest, medication or physiotherapy.
How It's Performed
Using an arthroscope and small instruments inserted through tiny incisions, the surgeon either trims away the damaged portion of the meniscus or repairs the tear by stitching it back together, depending on the location and pattern of the tear.
Preparing for Surgery
Before surgery, patients typically undergo a physical examination and imaging such as an MRI to confirm the location and extent of the tear. Patients are counselled on what to expect during admission, surgery and the initial recovery period.
Benefits
Treating a torn meniscus relieves pain and restores smoother knee movement, helping protect the joint from further wear over time.
Risks & Complications
As with any surgical procedure, meniscus surgery carries some risk, including infection, stiffness, or incomplete relief of symptoms in complex cases. Your surgical team will discuss your individual risk factors beforehand and take steps to minimise these risks.
Life After Surgery
Most patients experience significant pain relief and return to daily activities and sport once rehabilitation is complete, with the specific recovery pace depending on whether the meniscus was trimmed or repaired.
Price Range
Price on Consultation
Recovery Timeline
Weight-bearing and activity are gradually increased as advised by the surgeon, while early physiotherapy focuses on reducing swelling and regaining basic movement.
Physiotherapy progresses to restore full range of motion and rebuild strength in the muscles supporting the knee.
Most patients gradually return to daily activities and low-impact exercise, with repaired tears typically following a longer timeline than trimmed ones.