Lateral Meniscus Bucket Handle tear with Novostitch Plus

Dr Chris Dougherty of Bentonville, Arkansas demonstrates a lateral meniscus bucket handle tear using breakthrough technology from Ceterix. The Novostitch plus allows for all inside meniscus repairs. From very simple to complex tears, the Novostitch allows surgeons to save more meniscus than ever. If your surgeon actually removes your meniscus rather than repairing it, your chances of developing arthritis jumps dramatically. Proud to be a team physician for the World Series Champion Kansas City Royals, Dr Dougherty treats all of his patients the same as professional athletes. Surgery is outpatient and arthroscopic only. ACL reconstructions and cartilage grafting can be done at the same time. Patients are on crutches for 3 weeks and braced for 6 weeks. Return to sports is typically 3-4 months after surgery. Visit DrChrisDougherty.com for more information or to contact the office.