Meniscus Tear: NPTE Breakdown in Under 3 Minutes

Meniscus Tear — NPTE Cheat SheetWhat it is:Injury to the medial or lateral meniscus — the knee’s shock-absorbing cartilage — often caused by twisting or deep flexion.Classic signs:Joint line painLocking or catchingClickingDelayed swelling (24–48 hours)Pain with squatting/twistingRule-in test:McMurray test (NPTE’s go-to)Rule-out clues:Immediate swelling → ACLPosterior sag → PCLMedial tenderness → MCLNPTE trap:Locking/catching = meniscus, even if the question tries to distract you.Best treatment:ROM, swelling reduction, quads/hip strength, progressive loading.Mock question included: Yes.Lock down meniscus tears in under 3 minutes. Hit follow for more NPTE wins.