-
Our best solution for anterior pain. Innovative design works to shift weight away from the painful areas in the knee. Read More -
Designed to support a MCL/LCL injury and protect from re-injury. Read More -
For moderate stability of ligament, meniscus injuries, sprains, and osteoarthritis Read More -
BEST SELLER
Improved Playmaker! Immeasurable comfort. Ideal for mild to moderate ACL, MCL and LCL instabilities. Read More
-
The strongest and most supportive off-the-shelf option for contact sports with added ACL support via the FourcePoint Hinge. Read More
-
Custom
Custom-fit for you with lightweight titanium offers the best ACL protection for non-contact sports. Read More
-
Best Seller
Recognized as the best ligament protection available. Top-of-line protection that is custom fit for your leg. Ideal for athletes who participate in contact sports and want to prevent a knee ligament injury or re-injury. Read More
-
Maximum support for MCL/LCL instabilities, hyperextension and general meniscus support. Read More
-
Playmaker II FourcePoint increases flexion angles and reduces the risk of ACL injury
Read More -
For mild ligament sprains, strains, Osgood Schlatter or patellar instabilities Read More
-
Provides complete protection of the ACL for athletes who don’t want to lose speed by weighing themselves down with a heavy brace. Read More
-
Best Seller
Designed for joint pain relief associated with patellofemoral malalignment Read More
-
The improved OA Adjuster™ 3 is powered by nano MAG™ and reinforced with a tough aluminum frame making it the most durable and functional DonJoy OA knee brace. Read More
-
Provides the ability to control the desired amount of load as needed. Read More
-
DonJoy’s lightest OA frame provides a snug comfortable fit, allowing maximum function. Read More
-
The OA Lite is a customizable sleeve-style wrap for mild osteoarthritis. Read More
-
A discreet solution for Osteoarthritis pain Read More
-
A lightweight solution for arthritis pain. Read More
-
Best Seller
Recover faster with the HyperIce Knee, a knee wrap that cleverly holds the ice, stays on your knee, and offers compression. Read More
-
The ultimate hinge ACL protection for recovery and injury prevention. Read More
-
Anatomic cuff design for complete coverage of the knee area Read More
Treatment for a Torn Meniscus
A meniscus tear, also known as cartilage tear, typically occurs through contact sports, although it can be injured in other ways. When the meniscus is torn through sports, it is typically accompanied by other ligament injuries such as an ACL tear. The meniscus is comprised of two pieces of cartilage that reside between your thighbone and shinbone. This cartilage helps cushion your knee joint and keep it stable. It can be torn when your knee is twisted with a lot of force. You might have torn your meniscus if you feel pain, experience swelling, and cannot straighten your leg.
RICE treatment (Rest, Ice, Compress, and Elevate) may be sufficient to a slightly torn meniscus. This will provide comfort to alleviate the pain and lessen the swelling as the meniscus heals over time. A major tear may require surgery.
The best treatment for a meniscus tear is to understand the injury, rest, and wear a knee brace specifically designed to support a meniscus injury. A knee brace ideal for meniscus tears will support the knee in a position to help prevent it from rotating too far in an unnatural direction. It would ideally be worn for daily activities if you have previously had an injury and during sports for prevention whether or not you have previously been injured.
Continue reading more about meniscus tears and learn more about why our DonJoy Deluxe Hinged is the best brace for meniscus protection.
