Find out what you need to know about the meniscus, including risks, benefits, and how it may affect your health. ... Another function of the meniscus is to stabilize the knee joint.

Dr. Carrie Jose, in her latest Health and Wellness column, explains why most meniscus tears don't need surgery ...

The 2022-23 MVP tore his meniscus in late January of this year and had surgery to fix the issue. ... “A healthy meniscus is critical for joint function,” Grady said.

A torn meniscus, the cartilage in the knee, ... While that can help alleviate some of the pain, the two tissues have very different functions and so the grafts can lack consistency.

If you suspect you have a meniscus tear – or have received a recent diagnosis – as a runner, you're likley worrying about two things: 1) what this means for your running and 2) if you're going ...