Q: I’ve been having a lot of knee pain. Would you describe the anatomy of my knee so that I can understand more when I see my doctor about it? A: Joints are places where two or more bones meet, to ...

People cannot prevent all knee injuries. However, education on knee anatomy, how injuries happen, and treatment can help prevent potential complications from common knee injuries. The knee is a ...

The patella serves as the fulcrum for knee extension via the quadriceps mechanism and provides a surface over which the extensor mechanism glides during knee range of motion. It is also guided through ...

Common causes of knee joint pain may include overuse, arthritis, and injury. A person may manage symptoms with anti-inflammatory medications or adopt some lifestyle changes, such as maintaining a ...

An improved understanding of the anatomy of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in recent years has generated a renewed interest in the evaluation of surgical techniques to repair the knee ligament.

Sixty-five consecutive primary total knee arthroplasties were done in 60 patients (40 women and 20 men). Three female patients with a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis were excluded from the study. An ...