DISEASE SCANNER
Global Incurable Diseases Tracker
Meniscus Tear
A tear in the meniscus, the C-shaped cartilage that acts as a cushion between the shinbone and thighbone. Common knee injury, especially in athletes. Can occur with twisting or degenerative changes.
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Symptoms
Treatment Options
Risk Factors
Diagnostic Methods
- 1Physical examination
- 2X-rays
- 3MRI
- 4McMurray test
- 5Apley test
- 6Joint line tenderness
Prognosis
Good. Many degenerative tears improve without surgery. Surgical outcomes generally good. Risk of osteoarthritis increases after meniscectomy. Rehabilitation crucial for recovery. Return to sport possible for many athletes.
Prevention
- Strengthen leg muscles
- Proper technique
- Warm up properly
- Use appropriate footwear
- Avoid sudden twisting
- Maintain healthy weight
Research Status
Conservative treatment first for degenerative tears. Arthroscopic partial meniscectomy for mechanical symptoms. Meniscal repair for young patients with peripheral tears. Physical therapy important. Meniscal transplantation for select cases. PRP and stem cell research ongoing.
Affected Countries
Sources
- https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/torn-meniscus
- https://www.arthritis.org/diseases/torn-meniscus
- https://www.hematology.org/education/patients
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books
- https://rarediseases.org/rare-diseases
Medical Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only. Always consult healthcare professionals for medical advice, diagnosis, and treatment.