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title: Meniscus Tear
description: The meniscus is a band of cartilage in the knee that acts as a shock absorber and provides stability to the knee joint. A torn meniscus can cause pain and limited mobility in the knee.
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# [Meniscus Tear](https://www.discmdgroup.com/blog/meniscus-tears)

 Written by [discmdgroup](https://www.discmdgroup.com/blog/author/discmdgroup) | Jun 22, 2012 9:49:38 PM

# Meniscus Tear

The meniscus is comprised of two c-shaped wedges of cartilage that cushion and stabilize the knee joint. A torn meniscus can cause pain and limited mobility in the knee.

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## Meniscus Repair

The meniscus is a band of cartilage in the knee that acts as a shock absorber and provides stability to the knee joint. The meniscus helps protect the articular cartilage, the smooth covering on the ends of the femur and tibia. If a meniscus tears, it can often be repaired through arthroscopic surgery.

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