Symptoms of Torn Knee Cartilage
After a tear in the knee cartilage, some acute signs may happen, such as buckling and pain around the affected area. In some cases, the damage may occur over time, leading to intermittent symptoms. When the tears are mild, there might be no pain. Some other possible symptoms include:
– Knee tenderness or pain, particularly during walking or running.
– Popping or crunching sounds while walking.
– Locking or buckling of the knee joint.
– Trouble bearing weight.
– Dull pain around the kneecap during the workout.
– Tight knee joint.
– Swelling due to fluid buildup in the knee joint.
– Difficulty straightening or bending the knee. [4]
