Endurance runners are at higher risk of meniscus injury due to overuse.
There are two types of cartilage in the knee – meniscus and articular.
1. Meniscus injury
The meniscus acts as a shock absorber during weight-bearing activities and helps to maintain knee joint stability. A meniscus tear is a common cartilage injury.
2. Articular cartilage injury
The articular cartilage is the smooth covering at the end of the bones that allows for frictionless gliding of one bone against another. It also acts as a shock absorber.
Surgical options for knee cartilage injuries
As the ability of the cartilage to heal by itself is limited, your surgeon may recommend that you undergo resurfacing procedures. Some of the surgical options include:
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