Symptoms of Meniscus Injury
Disease description:
A friend of mine in his twenties is experiencing pain in the meniscus and suspects a meniscus injury, but we don't know the symptoms of a meniscus injury. Doctor, what are the symptoms of a meniscus injury?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen Jian
Common symptoms of meniscus injury include pain, swelling, joint clicking, joint locking, and loss of strength.
1. Pain: Pain is one of the most common symptoms of meniscus injury. It is typically localized on the injured side and may worsen with increased activity.
2. Swelling: Following a meniscus injury, fluid accumulation may occur within the knee joint, causing swelling. This may be accompanied by increased skin temperature, especially in the early stages after injury.
3. Joint clicking: During movement of the knee joint, a clicking sensation or sound may be felt or heard on the side of the injured meniscus. This is usually caused by the torn meniscus moving within the joint.
4. Joint locking: Joint locking is a typical symptom of meniscus injury, characterized by the knee joint suddenly getting stuck or caught during movement, preventing full extension or flexion.
5. Limited range of motion: Joint swelling and fluid accumulation following a meniscus injury can directly restrict the joint's ability to bend and straighten. Prolonged limitation of movement may lead to gradual atrophy of the quadriceps muscle, potentially impairing weight-bearing activities such as walking, running, or jumping.
If these symptoms occur, it is important to seek timely evaluation and treatment at a hospital's department of joint surgery or sports medicine surgery.
