A meniscus tear is a common knee injury that involves damage to the meniscus, which is a rubbery, C-shaped piece of cartilage that acts as a shock absorber between the thighbone (femur) and the shinbone (tibia).Symptoms of a meniscus tear may include:1. Pain: You may experience pain, especially when twisting or rotating your knee.2. Swelling: The knee may become swollen within a couple of days after the injury.3. Stiffness: You may have difficulty fully extending or flexing your knee.4. Locking

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