Knee Flexion Restriction Due to Meniscus Tear

A meniscus tear occurs when the C-shaped cartilage cushion is damaged and a fragment becomes trapped within the joint space, acting as a mechanical obstruction. To confirm, clinicians perform physical maneuvers such as joint line palpation to elicit tenderness. An MRI is the gold standard diagnostic tool to visualize the tear location and confirm if the tissue fragment is physically blocking the hinge mechanism of the knee.