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Print. The menisci-the medial meniscus and lateral meniscus-are crescent-shaped bands of thick, rubbery cartilage attached to the shinbone (tibia). They act as shock absorbers and stabilize the knee. The medial meniscus is on the inner side of the knee joint. The lateral meniscus is on the outside of the knee. Meniscus tears can vary widely in size and severity. A meniscus can be split in half, ripped around its circumference in the shape of a C or left hanging by a thread to the knee joint.
While the majority of medial meniscus tears occur from physical trauma, in some cases long term wear and tear can cause a degenerative medial meniscus tear. Overview: Trauma caused by compression combined with rotation of the knee joint is the number one cause of a meniscal tear.edial Meniscus Tear. Symptoms: Common symptoms of a medial meniscus tear include a dull and constant pain in and around the knee when resting, that turns into a sharp pain when walking or bending the affected leg.