Meniscal Injuries Quiz

What are common causes of acute meniscal tears in the knee?

• Twisting injuries

• Direct impact

• Overuse

• Infection

What shape are the menisci in the knee joint?

• Circular

• Crescent-shaped

• Square

• Triangular

What is the role of the menisci in the knee joint?

• To produce synovial fluid

• To cushion and stabilize the joint

• To connect muscles to bones

• To facilitate blood flow

What type of tear is referred to as a "meniscus root tear"?

• Tear at the anterior or posterior end of the meniscus

• Tear in the middle of the meniscus

• Tear at the top of the meniscus

• Tear at the bottom of the meniscus

What type of stress can cause the meniscus to tear during sports?

• Compressive, rotational, and shear stresses

• Only compressive stresses

• Only rotational stresses

• Only shear stresses

What do patients with effusions from meniscal injury typically complain of?

• Swelling

• Stiffness

• Redness

• Heat

What can impair squatting?

• Knee effusion

• Elbow pain

• Shoulder stiffness

• Wrist injury

What is a nonspecific finding consistent with meniscal injury?

• Loss of smooth motion

• Increased range of motion

• Enhanced muscle tone

• Improved coordination

What is the sensitivity percentage of the Thessaly test for meniscal tear according to two prospective studies?

• 70 percent

• 80 percent

• 90 percent

• 100 percent

What sensation is typically felt during the McMurray test that suggests a meniscal tear?

• Tingling

• Numbness

• Painful click

• Warmth