Diagram of meniscal tear patterns: (A) Vertical or longitudinal (Bucket-handle), (B) Flap or Oblique, (C) Radial or Transverse, (D) Horizontal, (E) Complex degenerative. (Reprinted with permission.) ...

When a meniscus is torn, the knee can lock up and swell. A minor tear can be treated with rest ... a player for several weeks or months. An oblique strain involves the muscles on the side of ...

Owing to its size and consistency, mini-arthrotomy was required. This allowed a return to sporting activities. Localised pigmented villonodular synovitis can mimic symptoms of a meniscal tear.

Carr sustained an oblique injury on the hit with 9 1/2 minutes left and did not return to the 26-13 loss. He finished with 185 yards passing with two touchdowns and an interception, though a good ...

A meniscal cyst may present with signs and symptoms consistent with typical meniscal pathology. Intermittent swelling at the joint line is variable, while pain over the area is quite common.