CAUSES AND TREATMENT OF MENISCUS TEARS
Meniscus is usually present between two bones which act as a cushion in knee joint. There are two menisci in each knee joint. Normally the injury to the meniscus occurs during the activities in which there is a pressure while rotating the knee joint. It's not necessary that only the athletes or the people who play contact sports are prone to meniscus injury, but the people who are forcefully rotating or giving extra pressure on the knee joint are more likely to get meniscus injuries. Even House wives or office goers can also get Meniscus injury during minor activities. Generally the treatment protocols depends upon the severity of injury, the treatment options can vary from rest to the surgery, many of the times you can help to prevent this injury by doing exercises that strengthens the leg muscle and using proper technique while playing Sports. Causes of meniscus injuries:- The most common cause of meniscus tear are due to Sports that contains direct contact or applyi...