torn meniscus
Damaged knee cushion
A torn meniscus is an injury to one of the crescent-shaped cartilage pads that cushion the knee joint.
The meniscus can tear from sudden twisting movements or gradual wear, causing pain, swelling, and limited mobility.
It's one of the most common knee injuries, especially among athletes: He's out for the season with a torn meniscus.
- kneeLeg's middle hinge
- knee injuryHarm to leg joint
- cartilageFlexible connective body tissue
- injuryPhysical or psychological harm
- ACLKnee stabilizer abbreviation
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- injuriesbruise, fracture, sprain, fractures, concussion
- Kneekneecap, patella, ACL, LCL, knee joint
- leg injuriesbroken leg, knee injury, hamstring strain, ACL tear, hamstring tear
- Sports Injuriesmuscle strain, tendonitis, ligament sprain, hamstring strain, stress fracture
- medical findingscyst, tumor, lesion, polyp, hernia
- cartilage disorderschondroma, osteochondritis, cartilage damage, cauliflower ear