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Meniscus tears describes a tear in the shock-absorbing cartilage (meniscus) of the knee.

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Symptoms
A "pop" may be felt at the time of injury; Joint pain; Knee pain in the space between the bones; gets worse when gent...
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Causes
Meniscal tears are most commonly caused by twisting or over-flexing the joint.
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Treatments
The health care provider will perform the McMurray's test. For this test, you lie on your back while holding the heel...
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Prevention
Use proper technique when exercising or playing sports. Many cases of meniscus tears may not be preventable.
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