– To repair the torn meniscus (Cartilage)
– Meniscal tears that can be repaired are less common than ones that need removing. They are better for you as providing that the tear heals they leave you with a normal Meniscus (Cartilage)

Pre-Operative Assessment of fitness for surgery:
– This is not normally required unless there are specific problems with your general health

Contraceptive Pill (OCP):
– It is up to you
– If you wish to stop this for 6 weeks before your surgery and use a different form of contraception that is acceptable
– If you do not wish to stop using the OCP then please tell us when you come in for your surgery and we will give you
an injection while you are asleep to help prevent you getting a blood clot in your leg

Stitches
– Mr Lavender usually uses clips. These do not hurt when being removed. They are usually removed after 2 weeks when you come to see Mr Lavender in the out patients department

Driving
– You are unable to drive for at least:
– Left leg (2 weeks)
– Right leg (2 weeks)

Work
– This depends upon your type of work and should be discussed with Mr Lavender

Sick note
– Mr Lavender will provide you with a sick note if you require one

Flying
– You are not allowed to fly for 6 weeks following your surgery, due to the risk of blood clots in your legs

Sport
– It will be at least 4 months until you are allowed to do sports. This may be longer if they involve twisting and turning

Mr Lavender will normally see you at:

– 2 weeks – Explaination of surgery and remove the stitches from the skin. The brace on your knee will be changed to one that allows your knee to move from straight to 90 degrees
– 8 weeks – Remove the brace
– 4 months – Ensure pain free