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Meniscal injuries in the young, athletically active patient
Matthew R Poulsen1, Darren L Johnson
1Department of Orthopaedic Sugery, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY, USA.
The Physician and Sportsmedicine
|March 8, 2011
Summary
Meniscal tears are common in young athletes. Surgical repair is often necessary for these athletes, as nonoperative treatments are rarely successful for restoring knee function.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic surgery
- Sports medicine
- Knee biomechanics
Background:
- Meniscal injuries frequently affect young, active individuals involved in pivoting sports like soccer and football.
- The medial and lateral menisci are crucial for normal knee function, making prompt diagnosis and treatment essential.
Observation:
- This review covers meniscus anatomy, function, injury epidemiology, and common concomitant injuries.
- Diagnostic approaches include patient history, physical examination, and imaging studies.
- Nonoperative management is seldom effective for meniscal tears in young athletes.
Findings:
- Meniscal repair is frequently indicated for young athletes with these injuries.
- Partial meniscectomy is reserved for cases where repair is not feasible.
- Rehabilitation protocols post-meniscal repair are critical for recovery.
Implications:
- Accurate diagnosis and timely, appropriate treatment are vital for young athletes with meniscal injuries.
- Understanding injury mechanisms and associated injuries aids in comprehensive patient management.
- Effective rehabilitation is key to restoring function and enabling return to sport.
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