Summary of evidence and evidence levels for risk factors for meniscal tear
| Risk factor | Interpretation | Studies (n) | Quality of evidence |
| Overweight | Associated with increased risk | 3 | Low |
| Male sex | Associated with increased risk | 4 | Low |
| Age | Conflicting evidence | 5 | Low |
| Trauma type | Associated with increased risk | 2 | Low |
| Sports participation | Associated with increased risk | 3 | Low |
| Time from ACL injury to reconstruction | Conflicting evidence | 9 | Low |
| Generalised joint hypermobility | Associated with increased risk | 1 | Low |
| Occupational activity | Associated with increased risk | 3 | Low |