Knee surgery for cartilage damage does not benefit patients, study suggests

The study reveals that knee surgery for meniscus tears didn't improve long-term outcomes and even worsened knee function and osteoarthritis in patients over a decade later compared to those who opted for non-surgical treatment. This finding challenges the conventional belief that such surgeries are beneficial and highlights the importance of reconsidering treatment options for cartilage damage. It underscores the necessity for more thorough evaluations and possibly alternative approaches to managing knee issues.