Dr. Andrew Cosgarea, Chief of the Division of Sports Medicine, explains how arthritis contributes to an injured meniscus, how common meniscus tears are in older adults, and an update on the latest treatments for meniscus injuries.  

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Questions Asked:

1. Can arthritis contribute to an injured meniscus? (0:05)

2. How common are meniscus tears in older adults? (1:03)

3. Is there any new research being done to help treat meniscus injuries? (1:34)