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The meniscus is the shock absorber inside the knee. Tears happen two ways — a sudden twist in a younger knee, or gradual wear in an older one — and the treatment is completely different for each.
These are uncommon — but they need to be seen now.
In an older knee that came on gradually — usually not.
Meniscal tears are present in a large proportion of people over fifty with no knee pain at all. Removing one that is part of the ageing process does not reliably help, and losing meniscus makes arthritis more likely later.
A genuinely locked knee, and repairable tears in younger people after a clear injury.
A knee that truly cannot straighten needs treating. And in a young person a repairable tear should be repaired, not trimmed away.
Then we reconsider — but after three months, not after three weeks.
A large proportion of people who begin an exercise programme never end up needing an operation.
Pictures, how many and how often, and what it should feel like. Free, and printable.
In your language, free to download. Each one is a short PDF you can keep on your phone or print.
On cost: if we suggest a scan, an injection or an operation, ask us what it costs and what happens if you do nothing. We will answer both. You should never feel pushed into spending money.
Consultation is ₹500 for a first visit and ₹300 for a follow-up, the same at both clinics. For anything else, ask at the desk or on WhatsApp before it is done — we will tell you the exact cost.
A page is a starting point, not a diagnosis. If the pain is not settling, come in and have it looked at properly — bring any X-ray, MRI or CT films you already have.
Opposite Patil Hospital
Shop No. 14, Veena Apartment,Monday to Saturday
12:00 noon – 2:00 pm · 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Sunday by prior appointment only
Opposite Parimal Hospital
Shop No. 7, Damodar Tower,Monday to Saturday
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Sunday by prior appointment only
Call either clinic during consulting hours, or send a WhatsApp message any time.
