Meniscus Injury (Knee)

Meniscus injury (tear) is common knee injury from twisting/weight-bearing, causing pain/swelling/locking/giving-way. Types: longitudinal/bucket-handle/horizontal/radial/parrot-beak/complex tears. Treatment: acute: RICE (rest/ice/compression/elevation), NSAIDs, crutches; conservative: quadriceps/hamstring strengthening, activity modification, physical therapy; surgical: arthroscopic partial meniscectomy or repair (for peripheral vascular tears), meniscal transplant in selected young post-meniscectomy; post-op rehab; follow-up orthopedics/sports medicine.

Common Symptoms

Joint line pain; swelling; locking/catching; giving-way; positive McMurray

Causes and Pathogenesis

Twisting/weight-bearing stress causes meniscal tear.

Treatment

RICE/NSAIDs; PT; arthroscopy (partial meniscectomy/repair)

Preventive Measures

Quadriceps/hamstring strengthening; proper warm-up; avoid high-risk twisting.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Orthopedics/Sports-medicine department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.