Features and Benefits

With the realization that “more meniscus tissue is better” patients and surgeons are looking for ways to save or replace damaged meniscus tissue.  The Menaflex™ collagen meniscus implant (formerly CMI^®) procedure provides a new alternative for treating patients with specific types of meniscus defects.

A successful Menaflex procedure generates new tissue in the meniscus which may delay or prevent development of degenerative joint disease (DJD).

The arthroscopic surgical procedure (medial and lateral) is similar in complexity to meniscus repair or ACL reconstruction.  Once a surgeon has attended training on the Menaflex procedure it is possible to start identifying potential candidates and doing surgery immediately.

Standard recovery time for the Menaflex procedure is similar to what is required for a complex meniscus repair or for an ACL reconstruction.  A recommended rehabilitation program is available for surgeons and patients.

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