What to do with an anterior horn meniscus tear

The treatment methods for anterior meniscus foot tear include conservative treatment and surgical treatment, and the specific treatment method should be determined by the doctor according to the patient’s specific condition, physical condition, and so on. For patients with mild tear, usually the MRI examination suggests that the morphology is intact, with only point-like high signal, and the patient may experience pain when he/she over-extends the knee joint movement. Local massage or hot compresses can be used to accelerate the blood flow rate of the soft tissues around the knee joint, thus promoting repair. At the same time, you need to pay more attention to rest, reduce physical exercise and lose weight. Patients with severe anterior meniscus tears have obvious joint pain and may even suffer from muscle atrophy, affecting daily life and joint activities. Oral non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as acetaminophen and ibuprofen are usually prescribed, and surgical treatment, such as meniscoplasty, is also needed for those who have torn anterior meniscus. Patients with anterior meniscus horn tears should follow the doctor’s instructions for standardized treatment to promote the recovery of the disease.