Pain, catching, locking, or swelling
Mechanical symptoms or recurrent swelling that affects movement can be assessed in consultation.
Meniscus tear consultation
A meniscus tear is assessed in the context of symptoms, function, injury history, and available studies.
A meniscus finding may be associated with different symptoms and does not determine one treatment path. The consultation reviews how the knee is functioning and the alternatives relevant to your case.
Knee assessmentGuadalajara and ZapopanConsultations from $1,000 MXN
Understanding the concern
An MRI finding needs to be reviewed together with your symptoms.
Pain, locking, swelling, instability, activity level, age, joint condition, and the injury history can all affect what should be considered next.
A twisting injury or sports injury
Describe how the injury occurred and bring available studies or reports.
When to consult
When a meniscus tear assessment may be useful
These examples do not determine a diagnosis. They may help you decide whether to seek an orthopedic assessment.
Pain, catching, locking, or swelling
Mechanical symptoms or recurrent swelling that affects movement can be assessed in consultation.
A twisting injury or sports injury
Describe how the injury occurred and bring available studies or reports.
A meniscus tear mentioned on an MRI
The images and report are reviewed together with the clinical examination and your function.
What is reviewed
What is reviewed in a meniscus tear consultation?
The assessment is used to distinguish possible causes and determine which alternatives should be considered next.
- 01
Symptoms and history
How the problem began, how it has changed, and the activities it is limiting are reviewed in consultation.
- 02
Clinical examination
Movement, strength, stability, sensation, and the areas related to the symptoms may be assessed as appropriate.
- 03
Available studies and next steps
X-rays, MRI scans, ultrasound studies, and reports can be reviewed when available; further information may be considered when it is useful.
Your orthopedic specialist
Dr. Carlos Alberto García Águila
Traumatology and Orthopedics
Care for knee, hip, shoulder, hand, wrist, foot and ankle concerns, sports injuries, fractures, and assessment of surgical and non-surgical alternatives.
- Medical Doctor and Midwife, University of Guadalajara (CUCS).
- Medical specialty training at the Antiguo Hospital Civil de Guadalajara.
- Advanced specialty training in Joint Preservation and Joint Replacement Surgery, University of Guadalajara.
- Master’s degree in Advanced Knee Pathology and Surgery, Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, Clínica CEMTRO, Madrid.
- Graduate studies in Education, Teaching and Research, Universidad Santander.
Professional license
9397150
Specialty license
15138725
CMOT certification
14/8067/25
Before booking
Frequently asked questions.
01What can cause meniscus tear?
Symptoms in the same area can have different causes. The history, clinical examination, and available studies help clarify the diagnosis.
02Does it always require surgery?
No. The appropriate option depends on the diagnosis, symptoms, function, and individual circumstances.
03What should I bring to the consultation?
Bring any available images, reports, and information about previous treatments related to your concern.
Immediate care: For a recent knee injury with severe pain, deformity, loss of sensation, fever with a hot swollen knee, or an inability to bear weight, seek immediate medical care.
Scheduled consultation: A scheduled consultation is appropriate once an emergency or acute injury has received immediate care when needed.