Meniscus Tear Understanding the Pain in Your Knee
Symptoms and Diagnosis A meniscus tear is a common knee injury that occurs when the cartilage in the knee joint tears. The meniscus is a C-shaped piece of cartilage that acts as a shock absorber between the thighbone (femur) and the shinbone (tibia). A meniscus tear can occur suddenly, such as from a sports injury, … Read more
