Hello I am a 49 yo male who suffer from pain in my right knee, and I believe is related to two injuries I suffered in my meniscus when I was young, I am a Medicaid recipient of Horizon NJ blue cross blue shield, my pcd has authorized a referral so I can see an orthopedic Doctor, I am a resident in 16th street Union City NJ 07087, my pain is felt when I try to walk fast or climbing stairs , I am afraid to run, could you recommend me a Doctor who can examine and treat my knee ? I already have some radiographies taken in Hoboken UMC hospital
Hello, I have studied your case. As per your age and history there is possibility of soft tissue injury in knee. Most commonly meniscus injury occurs. As per your symptoms you need to do physiotherapy and knee exercises to improve range of motion. If pain persist then you may need to do MRI again to see for any functional defect. Small meniscus tear can be managed conservatively with physiotherapy with USG and TENS. Meniscus injury can be managed by arthroscopic repair, and same day you can go home. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow-up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care