Meniscus Tears in Gymnastics and Weightlifting: How Intense Knee Stress Leads to Serious Joint Injuries Gymnasts and weightlifters regularly experience meniscus injuries due to the high-impact landings, deep axial loading, and explosive rotational forces inherent to their sports. The meniscus consists of tough, fibrocartilaginous crescents that act as vital shock absorbers, distributing load and cushioning the knee joint during intense physical exertion. When sudden twisting motions are combined with deep knee flexion—such as catching a heavy clean or pivoting out of a complex gymnastics tumbling pass—these structures can fail under the immense mechanical stress. Athletes across the USA, UK, Europe, and Australia frequently face this injury, which can range from…