I've been diagnosed with a partial tear in my medial patellofemoral ligament will this heal with just rest or would I need surgery? I'm a bit worried about recovery and what to expect.

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My mom is 56 and has really bad knee pain. Most doctors are saying she needs a knee replacement, but a few suggested trying viscous supplement injections first. What are the pros and cons of these injections? Also, would her medical insurance cover the cost of the injections? She doesn't have any other health issues.

ortho opinion is advised.

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I've been told I need surgery for a tear in my posterior labrum. How safe is the procedure and what are the risks? Also, what exactly are bio absorbable sutures do they dissolve in the body or stay there permanently?

Posterior labrum repair is safe with risks of stiffness,nerve injury,or instability.Bio-absorbable sutures dissolve over months and do not need removal.

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I damaged my knee cartilage and heard it doesn't heal well on its own are there any surgeries or treatments that can actually help regenerate it or am I stuck with this forever

While knee cartilage doesn't naturally regenerate, several surgical and nonsurgical treatments can help repair, regenerate, or replace damaged cartilage. You're not necessarily "stuck" with the damage if you seek appropriate medical care.

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