What Is A Cartilage Injury And How Is It Treated?

WHAT IS AN ARTICULAR CARTILAGE INJURY AND HOW IS IT TREATED? By Steve A. Mora, MD Orange County Orthopedic Surgeon Specializing in Sportsmedicine   Articular cartilage tears, aka chondral defects are injuries to the joint surface or lining.  These lesions occur in similar fashion as a meniscus tear.  The younger...

Meniscus and Articular Cartilage Injuries How are they Treated?

  Meniscus and Articular Cartilage Injuries How are they Treated? Meniscus and Articular Cartilage Injury Treatment Options Steve A. Mora, MD Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon Specializing in Knee Injuries, Orange County, Ca You have injured your knee. Now what do you do? Knee injuries are a very common problem especially...