Knee Surgery Doesn't Improve Outcomes, but We Still Do A LOT of Them

The video discusses the ineffectiveness of arthroscopic surgery for knee arthritis and meniscal tears, highlighting a clinical trial that found no significant difference between surgery and exercise therapy. New guidelines recommend against arthroscopy for most patients, emphasizing the need for data collection as a quality metric. Knee replacement remains an option for severe cases. The video is supported by viewers through Patreon.

What were the two treatments given to the groups in the randomized controlled trial?

What was the main outcome measured in the study regarding knee injuries?

What was the conclusion about the effectiveness of surgery compared to exercise therapy?

What recommendation did the panel of experts make regarding arthroscopy?

Why is knee replacement surgery considered only for patients with severe disease?