I had an appointment with my Ortho Dr. earlyer today for what is basically a checkup on the knee that I wrecked some years back. He said that in his opinion we need to operate on it, but the call was mine. I told him that I was still getting around on it fine most of the time and when it did bother me , I just pop some Ibuprofin and wear my brace and still get around pretty good. Usually the only time it bothers me is when I over do it, or the weather changes suddenly. I've been lucky to have never required surgery for anything *EVER!* and I'm not looking to break my streak. I know the damage to it will never heal on it's own but I believe if it still works, don't start taking it apart. ....Ahhhhh yes, the cost of doing my own stunts....