what are some of the symptoms of a torn meniscus?

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What are the symptoms of a grind test? Having a menisal roo displacement mean that the meniscus is torn?

Answer 1

Pain: A torn meniscus can cause pain, locking, catching and swelling in the knee. The symptoms are often intermittent and related to position of the knee.

Answer 2

Pain, locking: Locking, catching, swelling and knee pain are all symptoms.

Answer 3

Joint line pain.: Pain along the joint line of the knee, and pain in that area with twisting , or pivoting maneuvers.

Answer 4

Knee pain: Pain especially after sitting, stifffness, locking, popping and swelling.

Answer 5

Meniscal tears: There are several types of meniscal tears (see pic). Some meniscal tears occur with acute injury and some as degenerative changes (over time). Common symptoms include pain, swelling, clicking/ popping, locking/ catching, giving way, and/ or limited range of motion. Hope this helps.

Answer 6

It may get worse.: A small meniscus tear heals by itself. The tear can progress in size and can cause locking of the knee. It then needs surgical excision or reapair.

Answer 7

Yes: Yes as tolerated but avoid high impact activities & twisting/pivoting. Best to get the meniscus fixed as soon as possible. It will not heal in its own.

Answer 8

Depends...: Many people with torn menisci have no symptoms at all... Most do not experience much discomfort with walking... A few do. The most painful activities typically associate with a meniscus tear include kneeling, squatting, pivoting and twisting. Some may also experience giving way or locking if the piece is torn piece is large enough.

Answer 9

Mri: Diagnoatic arthroacopu knee arthrogram completes list last two of historical interest MRI jas replaced other tests.

Answer 10

Examination and MRI: Some experienced Doctors can reliably diagnose a meniscal tear from physical examination, and at times the history of how the injury was obtained is very suggestive. In today's medical environment, most Doctors wish to confirm their diagnosis with MRI to see if surgery is indicated. Some insurances will not pay for surgery unless there is an abnormal MRI.

Answer 11

Pain/ swelling: A torn meniscus in someone your age is typically related to an injury. A twisting injury or deep bending of the knee while bearing heavy weight (squats/lunges) are usual mechanisms. Pain along the joint line associated with joint swelling is expected. Swelling may be mild/ moderate. Loss of full extension or pain with full flexion or extension and catching/ locking sensation highly suggestive.

Answer 12

Meniscal tears: There are several types of meniscal tears (see pic). Some meniscal tears occur w/ acute injury & some as degenerative changes (over time). Common symptoms include pain, swelling, clicking/ popping, locking/ catching, giving way, and/ or limited range of motion. Hope this helps. You may wish to try thessaly test, but it is best if you let a physician examine you and possibly order an MRI to be sure.

Answer 13

See a doctor.: Treatment ranges from non-operative treatment to removal of the torn piece to repair. Variables influencing the proper treatment of a torn meniscus include the patient's age, nature of the tear, presence or absence of other injuries, symptoms, and findings on examination. An appropriate decision regarding treatment can only be made in consultation with someone trained in caring for these injuries.

Answer 14

Depends on symptoms: Not all meniscal tears are managed the same way. Tear specifics (such as chronicity, tear morphology and location), patient specifics (age, activity level, symptoms of pain/catching) play a major role in determining whether operative (arthroscopic repair vs. Debridement) or nonoperative management is best. You should discuss your specific tear with your orthopaedic surgeon to asses your options.

Answer 15

Pain swellingand loc: Meniscus treats usually happen with s twisting injury. They do not cause instability. Most common symptoms are joint line pain, recurrent swelling, and locking. You feel something shift then you cannot completely straighten the knee. The symptoms are worse worth activity. It hurts the most on the medial side of the knee just below the muscle at the joint line.

Answer 16

Pain.: Pain along the joint line of the knee . Pain there with twisting/rotational activities. You could have swelling, locking or popping as well.

Answer 17

Locking and catching: The most common sign of a torn meniscus is the locking and catching of the knee joint when one flexes and extends the knee. Also, there may be an effusion, joint line tenderness, and the inability to fully extend one's knee.

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