Non-Surgical Meniscus Tear Treatment in Pittsburgh

Regenexx PRP & Bone Marrow Concentrate for Knee Pain

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The Everyday Impact of a Meniscus Tear

Meniscus tears can bring your life to a halt—whether it’s a sharp pain while climbing stairs or an unstable knee during your favorite activities. While surgery may be the default recommendation, it’s not always necessary. At Regenexx Pittsburgh, we provide advanced, non-surgical alternatives to help you heal, stay active, and avoid invasive procedures.

Avoid meniscus surgery and preserve joint health

Regain mobility with little to no downtime

Treatments guided by board-certified orthopedic specialists

OA is often labeled “wear and tear,” but there’s more to it than just aging. Injury history, inflammation, biomechanics, and even weight can all accelerate joint breakdown.

What Is a Meniscus Tear?

The meniscus is a C-shaped piece of cartilage in your knee that cushions and stabilizes the joint. Each knee has two—medial and lateral. Tears can occur suddenly from injury or gradually due to wear and tear.

Causes & Risk Factors

  • Sports injuries (twisting, pivoting)
  • Aging and cartilage degeneration
  • Excessive squatting or kneeling
  • Poor biomechanics or joint instability
  • Previous knee surgeries
  • Occupations involving repetitive knee stress

Common Symptoms

  • Sharp joint-line pain
  • Swelling that fluctuates
  • Knee locking or catching
  • Difficulty kneeling or squatting
  • A feeling of instability

Conventional Treatments & Their Limitations

Most doctors begin with conservative approaches, but often recommend surgery too quickly.

Treatment Pros Cons
Physical Therapy
Non-invasive, strengthens knee
May not heal the tear
Cortisone Injection
Reduces inflammation
Temporary relief, may weaken cartilage
Surgery (Arthroscopy)
Removes damaged tissue
May accelerate arthritis, 4–12+ week recovery
Regenexx PRP/BMC
Minimally invasive, targets repair
Not covered by insurance

The Regenexx Approach to Meniscus Repair

We use advanced orthobiologics to support your body’s natural healing process.

01

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)

  • Derived from your own blood and processed on-site
  • Concentrated growth factors to reduce inflammation and support healing
  • Best for mild to moderate tears

02

Bone Marrow Concentrate (BMC)

  • Harvested from the pelvic bone using local anesthesia
  • Contains signaling cells that support more advanced tissue repair
  • Recommended for larger, chronic, or complex tears

03

Image-Guided Precision

All injections are performed under ultrasound or fluoroscopic guidance for maximum accuracy and safety.

What to Expect

Consultation
Evaluation and review of your imaging by a Regenexx physician
PRP: 1-hour visit; BMC: 90–120 minutes with marrow draw + reinjection
PRP: back to light activity in 2–3 days; BMC: in 5–7 days
Gradual improvement over 4–12 weeks with rehab support

Are You a Candidate?

  • Diagnosed with a meniscus tear (confirmed by imaging)
  • Looking to avoid or delay surgery
  • Active lifestyle or physically demanding work
  • Previous surgery didn’t resolve pain
  • Mild to moderate arthritis with remaining joint space
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Real Patients. Real Stories.

MRI showed a tear and my surgeon recommended arthroscopy. I chose PRP at Regenexx instead—and I was back to running trails in 3 months.

— Brian C., South Hills

"I avoided my second surgery by trying BMC. No downtime, no pain meds, and full return to work.

— Susan K., Mt. Lebanon

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Why Choose Regenexx Pittsburgh?

Procedures performed by board-certified musculoskeletal specialists

Over 1,000 Regenexx procedures performed locally

On-site lab for PRP/BMC processing

Image-guided injections for safety and precision

Image-guided injections for safety and precision

Located near Wexford, Cranberry, and Mt. Lebanon

Find Out If You’re a Candidate

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(412) 963-6480

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a meniscus tear heal without surgery?
Yes, especially degenerative or stable traumatic tears. PRP or BMC may accelerate healing.
No, but they may support natural repair and reduce inflammation for improved function.
These procedures are typically not covered. We provide transparent pricing and flexible payment options.
Yes. These treatments preserve future surgical options and may even improve outcomes.
Most patients begin noticing improvement in 2–6 weeks with continued gains for several months.

Start Healing—Without Surgery

If you’ve been told you need meniscus surgery, get a second opinion. Regenexx Pittsburgh offers non-surgical alternatives that help you move better, work stronger, and live pain-free.

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About Regenexx Pittsburgh COVID-19 Protection Zone

At Regenexx Pittsburgh, we are foremost committed to the health and safety of our patients. Our team adheres strictly to COVID-19 protection protocols and ALL staff wear masks and are COVID-19 vaccinated.

Advanced IOF Certifications

Certified at the highest level for Ankle / Foot, Wrist / Hand, Hip, Knee, Shoulder, and Spine Intradiscal

Specialized Certifications

Top available certifications in Diagnostic Ultrasound, Bone Marrow and Adipose Aspirate, and Nucleated Cell Counting

Educational Certifications

Our doctors have earned both General Instructor as well as Spine Instructor certifications.

Knee

Regenexx® Procedures are non-surgical injection treatments that are intended to help reduce pain and improve function for those who are suffering from pain due to common injuries, arthritis, and overuse conditions. View Details About Knee Treatments >

Commonly Treated Conditions:

  • Arthritis
  • Meniscus Tears
  • Patellofemoral
  • Syndrome/Chondomalacia
  • ACL Tears + PCL, LCL & MCL Tears & Sprains
  • Patellar Tendonitis
  • Pes anersine bursitis
  • Baker’s cyst
  • Instability
  • Hamstrings Tendinopathy & Biceps Femoris Insertional Tendinopathy

Lower Spine

Regenexx® Procedures are non-surgical injection treatments that are intended to help reduce pain and improve function for those who are suffering from pain due to common injuries, arthritis, and overuse conditions. View Details About Spine Treatments >

Commonly Treated Conditions:

  • Lumbar Facet Injury
  • Degenerative Disc Disease
  • Herniated or Bulging Disc
  • Radiculopathy (pinched nerve)
  • SI Joint Syndrome
  • Many More Disc and Low Back Issues

Foot & Ankle

Regenexx® Procedures are non-surgical injection treatments that are intended to help reduce pain and improve function for those who are suffering from pain due to common injuries, arthritis, and overuse conditions. View Details About Foot & Ankle Treatments >

Commonly Treated Conditions:

  • Arthritis
  • Ankle Instability
  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Peroneal tendon tear or split
  • Ligament sprain or tear
  • Sub-talar arthritis or instability
  • Tarsal tunnel syndrome
  • Bunions

Cervical Spine

Regenexx® Procedures are non-surgical injection treatments that are intended to help reduce pain and improve function for those who are suffering from pain due to common injuries, arthritis, and overuse conditions. View Details About Spine Treatments >

Commonly Treated Conditions:

  • Cervical Instability
  • Cervical Facet Injury
  • Neck, Back or Rib Instability
  • Many More Disc and Cervical Issues Causing Pain

Shoulder

Regenexx® Procedures are non-surgical injection treatments that are intended to help reduce pain and improve function for those who are suffering from pain due to common injuries, arthritis, and overuse conditions. View Details About Shoulder Treatments >

Commonly Treated Conditions:

  • Rotator cuff tears
  • Arthritis of the shoulder joint
  • Thoracic outlet syndrome
  • Labral tears or degeneration
  • Rotator cuff tendonitis & tendonosis
  • AC Joint Separation
  • Recurrent shoulder dislocations

Hip

Regenexx® Procedures are non-surgical injection treatments that are intended to help reduce pain and improve function for those who are suffering from pain due to common injuries, arthritis, and overuse conditions. View Details About Hip Treatments >

Commonly Treated Conditions:

  • Arthritis
  • Osteonecrosis
  • Bursitis
  • Tendinopathy
  • Labral / Labrum Tear

Elbow

Regenexx® Procedures are non-surgical injection treatments that are intended to help reduce pain and improve function for those who are suffering from pain due to common injuries, arthritis, and overuse conditions. View Details About Elbow Treatments >

Commonly Treated Conditions:

  • Arthritis
  • Instability
  • Tennis Elbow or Golfer’s Elbow
  • Nerve entrapment (ulnar nerve)

Hand & Wrist

Regenexx® Procedures are non-surgical injection treatments that are intended to help reduce pain and improve function for those who are suffering from pain due to common injuries, arthritis, and overuse conditions.

View Details About Hand & Wrist Treatments >

Commonly Treated Conditions:

  • Hand Arthritis
  • Basal Joint Arthritis or CMC / Carpometacarpal
  • Arthritis
  • Instability
  • TFCC Tear
  • Carpal Tunnel SyndromeTrigger Finger