Mark: I had for one knee the lateral and interior meniscii taken care of by arthroscopy. Two days later I was walking OK w/a cane and to date (it was in '86) there's no problem. Had another meniscus tear taken care of in the '70s the old way (no arthroscopy then) and came down with chondromalacia. I guess I'm saying is that it might be worth going for it. Dr. J. would know if you're harming your knee by postponing surgery. One thing for sure: if you've had your knee lock up, the pain's utterly excruciating. Best - Allan
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