Is Articular Cartilage the Same as Meniscus?

Articular cartilage is the tough but smooth covering on the end of bones in most joints. It allows gliding without much resistance and works with the meniscus to cushion the ends of the bone. The meniscus is located between the femur and the tibia.

Is the meniscus considered articular cartilage?

The meniscus is a different type of cartilage that forms a shock absorber between the bones. 1 The meniscus is not attached to the bone like the articular cartilage, but rather sits between the bone ends to cushion the joint.

Is torn meniscus same as cartilage?

Cartilage tears are a common type of joint injury, particularly in sports. It most frequently affects the cartilage in the knee, and this piece of cartilage is called the meniscus – but cartilage in the joints such as the shoulder, hip, ankle, and elbow are also often injured.