Standard arthroscopy has been the gold standard for treatment of meniscus tears since the 1980's. The purpose of this study is to analyze the clinical outcomes of using the smaller diameter Nanoscope for partial menisectomy. The authors hypothesize that the Nanoscopic partial menisectomy patients will have less pain and return function faster than standard arthroscopy.
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Functional Outcomes following partial meniscectomy: Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Score
Timeframe: 6 weeks
Functional Outcomes Following Partial Meniscectomy: International Knee Documentation Committee Score
Timeframe: 6 weeks