The meniscus is a wedge-shaped cartilage in the knee joint that wears down over time. A tear of this cartilage, called a degenerative meniscus tear, may be tempting to “walk off,” but that might be a ...

Strenuous exercise can tear the meniscus, a layer of cartilage in the knee. Gentle exercises may help with recovery. Examples of meniscus tear exercises include mini squats, standing heel raises, and ...

Meniscus tears are common knee injuries that have long frustrated patients and doctors due to limited repair options. A new 3D-printed hydrogel made from cow meniscus could transform how these ...

Meniscus Tears In Athletes: Athletes often push their bodies to the limit, and while this builds strength and stamina, it also increases the risk of injuries. One of the most frequently reported ...

Although arthroscopic surgery of the meniscus is minimally invasive, you may still experience knee pain after the surgery. For some, long-term complications such as arthritis, reinjury, or bone death ...

EAGAN, Minn. — The development of Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy will be put on hold after the team announced Tuesday he'll need surgery after tearing a meniscus in his right knee. During ...