Is A Gel Shot Effective In Treating Torn Meniscus?

Posted on Wed, 26 Apr 2017

Question: Hello Doctor.
I had a question about my knee
Will a gel shot work if meniscus was torn but I never had surgery ?
My right knee is also pretty much
bone on bone at this point
Thank

Answered by Dr. Chander Mohan Singh (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Plasma rich platelets is best.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I have read your query.

If I am your treating doctor I would like to do first joint lavage, then injection plasma rich platelets as its more useful than injecting straight forward gel.

Plasma rich plar have growth factor which helps in healing.

So I advise you to visit orthopedic surgeon and discuss all this.

I hope you got the answer.

Thanks,

Dr.CHANDER XXXXXXX XXXXXXX

Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T