Symptoms may include swelling, tenderness, pain and instability or weakness of knee
Caused by injury or destruction of tissue due to aging
Cannot be spread from person to person
Affects males and females but more common in males and athletes
Can occur at any age but tear due to injury is more common in young and middle age and tear due to destruction of tissue is more common in elderly adults
May be mild to severe requiring surgery
Treatments
Avoid activities that increase pain
Elevate knee on pillow
FOR PAIN
Apply hot or cold packs to the area
Relaxation techniques
Distraction
Over-the-counter medicine (refer to manufacturer’s recommendations for dosage):
Acetaminophen
Ibuprofen
Schedule an Appointment
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