How To Treat A Meniscus Tear

A meniscus tear is a knee injury that usually occurs during jarring or rotating movements like a forced twist of the knee or a sudden change of direction while running. The meniscus is the soft cartilage located in the knee joints. This tissue helps stabilize the knee and cushion the area between the thighbone and shinbone. Meniscus tears are common injuries for athletes who play contact sports, but they can happen to anyone during heavy lifting, kneeling, or deep squatting. Individuals over thirty years old and osteoarthritis patients have a higher risk of meniscus tears. Signs of a meniscus tear include pain, swelling, and a popping sensation.