PT Snacks Podcast: Physical Therapy with Dr. Kasey Hankins · Kasey Hankins, PT, DPT, OCS

152. Knee Meniscal Tears: Anatomy, Diagnosis, and Treatment that Makes Sense

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Dr. Hankins warns that provocative special tests for meniscal tears should not be your first move to avoid flaring up the patient.

Dr. Kasey Hankins provides a concise, clinical deep-dive into knee meniscal tears for physical therapy professionals. She covers the anatomy and function of the menisci, details seven specific tear types (like bucket handle and parrot beak tears), and outlines assessment techniques and decision-making for conservative versus surgical management.

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