Doctors can replace a section of ruined meniscus or patch a tear with a meniscus graft, taken from a cadaver. Anderson had ACL reconstruction a year ago May and was back on the soccer field after five months of intensive rehab. At first, I was such a wreck, worrying about reinjuring my knee. I play somewhat cautiously still. Don't get dependent.
Knee braces can offer protection but can cause muscle atrophy if overused.
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