mcg2074 8 Posted December 14, 2016 Has anyone here had meniscus repairs in the past and did the pain go away after loosing weight from getting the sleeve? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dyemond11 43 Posted December 14, 2016 Yup I had a torn meniscus in my right knee. I had surgery on my knee Oct 2016, and Sleeve 12/12/16. It's not totally healed but it's getting their. Weight loss will definitely help with the healing. I tried meds and had an option of shots prior to the surgery. But I didn't want to continue with the meds and opted for surgery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mcg2074 8 Posted December 14, 2016 I had a my medial meniscus repaired in September '14 followed by 4 cortisone injections and an arthrogram before having my second surgery in September '15 repairing both medial and lateral meniscus-my medial re-tore. I'm crossing my fingers haha. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dyemond11 43 Posted December 14, 2016 I believe with the weight off it will definitely help! I hate u have to go through all that. I definitely know your discomfort. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Trayluv38 2 Posted December 15, 2016 I am having the same problem with my knee. A torn meniscus before I get my surgery next month. I hope the weight loss helps or I will end up with surgery Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mcg2074 8 Posted December 15, 2016 I am having the same problem with my knee. A torn meniscus before I get my surgery next month. I hope the weight loss helps or I will end up with surgery Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App Hopefully your knee feels better without surgery. I didn't really have a choice since I hurt my knee at work-well I did have a choice. My knees snap, crackle, and pop from all the wear and tear from sports and work Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vinasu 621 Posted December 15, 2016 Not miniscus, but I tore my PCL. just six months ago I couldn't straighten my leg or bend it all the way. I couldn't walk down stairs without a handrail. I was always in pain. Now, 85 pounds down, I only have pain after intense exercise. This surgery saved my mobility. Sent from my SM-G925V using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
laurak814 43 Posted December 15, 2016 I've had left ACL replacement & I have no meniscus in either knee now. I have not had WLS yet, but it is one of the major reasons why I am seriously considering it again. My knees are very arthritic & only getting worse. I'm only 40 & I don't want to even consider having knee replacements anytime soon. I figure if I can lose 80-90# it has to take a huge toll off my knees. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites