{"product_id":"2940153792613","title":"Meniscus Injuries, A Simple Guide To The Condition, Diagnosis, Treatment And Related Conditions","description":"\u003cp\u003eMeniscus injuries are the medical injuries in the shock-absorbing cartilage (meniscus) of the knee.\u003cbr\u003eThe meniscus is a C-shaped piece of cartilage sited in the knee.\u003cbr\u003eCartilage is found in certain joints and forms a buffer between the bones to protect the joint.\u003cbr\u003eThe meniscus helps as a shock-absorption system, assists in lubricating the knee joint, and restricts the ability to flex and extend the joint.\u003cbr\u003eMeniscus injuries are most frequently caused by twisting or over-flexing the knee joint.\u003cbr\u003eSudden meniscus tears often happen during sports.\u003cbr\u003ePlayers may squat and twist the knee, causing a tear.\u003cbr\u003eDirect contact, like a tackle, is sometimes involved.\u003cbr\u003eOlder people are more likely to have degenerative meniscus injuries.\u003cbr\u003eThe aged cartilage becomes weak and wears thin over time.\u003cbr\u003eThe patient might feel a \"pop\" when the patient tears a meniscus.\u003cbr\u003eMost people can still walk on their injured knee.\u003cbr\u003eOver 2 to 3 days, the knee will gradually become more stiff and swollen.\u003cbr\u003eThe most frequent symptoms of meniscus tear are:\u003cbr\u003e1. Knee joint pain when walking\u003cbr\u003e2. Knee pain in the area between the bones\u003cbr\u003eOne of the main tests for meniscus tears is the McMurray test.\u003cbr\u003eFor this test, the patient lie on the back while the doctor holds the heel of the injured leg with the leg bent.\u003cbr\u003eThe doctor will then straighten the knee and rotate it.\u003cbr\u003eThis puts tension on a torn meniscus.\u003cbr\u003ePressure is placed to apply to the knee while the leg is rotated in and out to generate discomfort or pain.\u003cbr\u003ePain or a click over the inner part of the joint means an inner (medial) meniscus tears\u003cbr\u003eMRI will show if there are meniscus injuries.\u003cbr\u003eConservative treatment:\u003cbr\u003e1. Rest, elevation and ice treatment of the knee\u003cbr\u003e2. Compression bandaging of the knee\u003cbr\u003e3. Pain killers such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) to stop pain\u003cbr\u003e4. Muscle relaxant medicines to relax muscles\u003cbr\u003e5. Crutches can reduce the weight off the affected limb\u003cbr\u003e6. Physiotherapy such as traction, shortwave diathermy helps to increase knee muscle strength and improve flexibility of movement of the knee\u003cbr\u003eSurgical Treatment\u003cbr\u003eIf the symptoms continue with non-surgical treatment, the doctor may suggest arthroscopic surgery.\u003cbr\u003eKnee arthroscopy is one of the most frequently methods of doing surgical procedures.\u003cbr\u003eIn it, a miniature camera is inserted through a small portal (incision).\u003cbr\u003eThis provides a clear image of the inside of the knee.\u003cbr\u003eThe orthopedic surgeon inserts miniature surgical instruments through other incisions to repair or trim the tear.\u003cbr\u003eOnce the initial healing is complete, the doctor will prescribe rehabilitation activities.\u003cbr\u003eNormal daily exercise to restore the knee mobility and strength is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTABLE OF CONTENT\u003cbr\u003eIntroduction\u003cbr\u003eChapter 1 Meniscus Injuries\u003cbr\u003eChapter 2 Causes\u003cbr\u003eChapter 3 Symptoms\u003cbr\u003eChapter 4 Diagnosis\u003cbr\u003eChapter 5 Treatment\u003cbr\u003eChapter 6 Prognosis\u003cbr\u003eChapter 7 Polymyositis\u003cbr\u003eChapter 8 Systemic Lupus Erythrematosus\u003cbr\u003eEpilogue\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kenneth Kee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47103522603248,"sku":"2940153792613","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940153792613_p0.jpg?v=1764056419","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940153792613","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}