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Causes of Meniscal Tears
Meniscal tears are most commonly caused by a traumatic injury or sports injury, such as an unnatural over-rotation.
Knee Injuries
Please see the index below for a list of all our articles on Knee Injuries.
If you are new to the subject, we recommend starting with: Guide to Knee Joint Anatomy
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Detailed Knee Sprain Symptoms
Knee sprains cause knee pain and swelling, and sometimes bruising. It can be difficult to put weight on the affected knee and may be difficult to walk.
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Diagnosing Dislocated Kneecaps
Diagnosing a kneecap dislocation includes taking a thorough patient history, a physical exam, and medical imaging.
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Diagnosing Knee Hyperextension
Due to a broad range in injury severity, diagnosing knee hyperextension will vary from patient to patient.
Diagnosing a LCL will require a visit to a health care professional. A person should be prepared to answer questions about the injury and their medical history, undergo a physical exam, and have medical imaging performed.
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Diagnosing MCL Sprains and Tears
Diagnosing an MCL sprain or tear may include a patient interview, physical examination, and diagnostic imaging to determine the location and severity of the injury.
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Diagnosing Meniscal Tears
The diagnostic process for meniscal tears is first determine if a tear has occurred, then to figure out which is torn, how severely, and what treatment is appropriate.
Diagnosing a posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) tear requires a visit to a health care professional. A physician will conduct a patient interview, physical exam, and order medical imaging if necessary.
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Diagnosing Runner’s Knee
To diagnose runner’s knee (patellofemoral pain syndrome) a doctor must rule out other conditions that can cause knee pain. Learn how doctors use patient history, clinical examination, and medical imaging to diagnose runner’s knee.
A knee sprain can be diagnosed by a doctor, who can also determine if the knee sustained additional injury, such as a torn meniscus or dislocated kneecap.
