About this video
Last updated: 9 October 2026
The video describes the meniscus as a cartilage cushion inside the knee that helps distribute weight and absorb shock. The video says a tear in the inner zone of the meniscus rarely heals by itself. The video says assessment is the key, because not all meniscus tears are equal and not all need surgery.
Key points
- It says a tear in the inner zone rarely heals by itself.
- The video says a person may start to feel blocking, catching or giving way in the knee.
- It mentions repair or trimming through keyhole (arthroscopic) surgery for younger patients and athletes, and rehabilitation and load management for older patients.
Questions this video answers
Does a torn meniscus heal by itself?
The video says a tear in the inner zone of the meniscus rarely heals by itself. It describes the meniscus as a cartilage cushion inside the knee that helps distribute weight and absorb shock.
Do all meniscus tears need surgery?
The video says not all tears are equal and not all need surgery. It mentions keyhole repair or trimming for younger patients and athletes, and rehabilitation and load management for older patients, and says assessment is the key.
