Meniscal Tear (Knee) Flashcards

1
Q

How does Acute Meniscal Tear happen?

A

Twisting in Deep Flexion

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2
Q

How does Degenerative Meniscal Tear happen?

A

Osteoarthritis

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3
Q

what type of meniscal tear more common

A

medial meniscal tear

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4
Q

Meniscal Tear presentation (4)

A

Pain
Clicking
Locking
Intermittent Swelling

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5
Q

Where to feel for Meniscal Tear

A

Tender Joint Line at Point of Tear especially Medial tear

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6
Q

Which movement tests to do for Meniscal Tear (3)

A

Mcmurray Test
Thassaly Test
Fail Deep Squat

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7
Q

Investigations for Meniscal Tear

A

X-Ray

MRI

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8
Q

Treatment for Meniscal Tear (4)

A

Rest
NSAIDS
Physio
Arthroscopy

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9
Q

Which muscles to strengthen for Meniscal Tear (2)

A

Hamstring

Quads

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