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Displacement meniscus root considered a tear? i have that in my knee? does a mri show a displacement?
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Not necessarily !: Older patients, or patients with DJD of their knee can strectch their meniscus giving the same appearance on mri!
Answered 6/10/2014
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Where does it hurt: A torn meniscus usually causes catching, locking or buckling sensation to the knee. It usually occurs after a twisting injury. Many people have some significant swelling. An MRI is the best test to diagnose this.
Answered 11/10/2015
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