Meniscus Tear

Meniscus Tear is an injury to the cartilage in the knee joint, causing:

1. Pain, stiffness, and swelling

2. Limited mobility and flexibility

3. Locking or catching sensation

4. Instability or feeling of the knee giving way

Causes:

1. Trauma or direct blow

2. Twisting or bending injury

3. Sports-related injury

4. Wear and tear (degenerative)

Types:

1. Acute tear: sudden injury

2. Degenerative tear: wear and tear over time

3. Traumatic tear: severe injury

Symptoms:

1. Pain, especially with twisting or bending

2. Swelling and stiffness

3. Limited mobility

4. Locking or catching sensation

5. Instability or feeling of the knee giving way

Treatment:

1. Conservative management:

    - Rest, ice, compression, elevation

    - Physical therapy and rehabilitation

    - Pain management (medications)

2. Surgical options:

    - Meniscectomy (removal of torn meniscus)

    - Meniscal repair (stitching torn meniscus)

    - Meniscal transplant (replacing meniscus with donor graft)

Consult an orthopedic surgeon or sports medicine physician for proper evaluation and treatment. Early intervention can help alleviate symptoms and prevent further injury.