How is the meniscus torn?
The most common mechanism of meniscal injury is a twisting injury with foot anchored to the ground or floor. The meniscus is also commonly injured in conjunction with the anterior cruciate ligament. The most common mechanism of ACL injury is a non-contact, deceleration, twisting injury or a hyperextension injury. Knee1: What are the signs and symptoms of a meniscus tear? The most common symptoms of a meniscal tear are pain and joint swelling. The pain is localized along the medial or lateral joint line, and is commonly aggravated by squatting running, jumping, twisting or turning. Other symptoms include looking or catching, and buckling. Common signs of a meniscal tear are swelling, and loss of motion especially extension. Knee1: How are meniscal tears diagnosed? Diagnosis of a meniscal tear in most cases can be made by history and physical examination of the knee. On examination, the most important signs of a meniscal tear are joint line tenderness and joint swelling. Although there a
