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Tear of Medial Meniscus of Knee Learning Center

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Meniscus tears refer to a tear in the shock-absorbing cartilage(meniscus) of the knee.Tear- meniscus; Knee injury- meniscus; Knee cartilage tear.The meniscus is a C-shaped piece of cartilage. Cartilage is found in certa...

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Causes
Meniscal tears are most commonly caused by twisting or over-flexing the joint.
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The health care provider will perform the McMurray's test. For this test, you lie on your back while holding the hee...
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Use proper technique when exercising or playing sports. Many cases of meniscus tears may not be preventable.
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