Knee meniscus tear and its causes

• June 19, 2023

Knee meniscus is a cartilage tissue that acts as a shock absorber between the knee bones. Meniscus tear is one of the most common knee injuries.

Generally, whenever a person has to rotate his knee quickly and strongly, the meniscus is at risk of tearing; Especially if extra weight is placed on the knee.

In addition to sudden turns, squatting or lifting weights can lead to meniscus damage. Some sports also increase the possibility of meniscus tear; including football, basketball and tennis.

The meniscus of the knee becomes weaker with age, and the possibility of its rupture increases at the age of over 30 years. Therefore, meniscus tear may be observed in old age without serious physical damage. Also, if a person with In future posts, we will discuss the symptoms and ways to diagnose and treat this condition.

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