Do horizontal meniscus tears need surgery?
Do horizontal meniscus tears need surgery? But most horizontal, long-standing, and degenerative tears—those caused by years of wear and tear—can't be fixed. For these kinds of tears, you may need to have part or all of the meniscus removed. You may want to have surgery if your knee pain is too great or if you are unable to do daily activities. Can a horizontal meniscus tear heal on its own? In the case of meniscus tears, some people think the injury will heal over time on its own. But the truth is that there are different types of meniscus tears...