Meniscopathy: Degenerative Changes and Chronic Meniscal Tears.

A meniscus tear on an MRI report can change the way a person thinks about their knee almost immediately. Before the scan, there was pain, perhaps some swelling, an occasional click when climbing stairs. After the scan, there is a diagnosis. A torn meniscus. The words sound definite, and the natural question follows: if something […]

Knee Osteoarthritis: What Happens to the Joint, and What Can Be Done About It?

A person can have knee osteoarthritis for years and barely notice it. Someone else may begin avoiding stairs, struggle to get out of a low chair, or find that a short walk leaves the knee aching for the rest of the day. The X-rays may look similar. The experience of living with the condition can […]