Motion Specific Release

Diagnosing a meniscal injury requires more than identifying pain along the knee joint line or finding a tear on an MRI. The clinical significance of a meniscal lesion depends on the mechanism of injury, symptoms, physical examination, associated injuries, functional limitations, and, when appropriate, imaging findings.

Knee ligament injuries can range from a mild sprain to a complete tear and may affect athletes as well as people injured during work, recreation, falls, or everyday activities. Depending on the ligament involved and the severity of the injury, symptoms can include pain, swelling, reduced movement, instability, or difficulty trusting the knee during activity. A careful diagnosis is an important first step. This usually begins with the history of the injury and a thorough clini