The Knee: Function & Anatomy
The Way Knees Work
Joints are made up of at least two bones connected by ligaments (thick bands of tissue). The largest joint in the body is the knee. The knee is composed of 3 parts:
The patella, which is better-known as the kneecap.
2. The shin bone (tibia).
The tibia, which is the upper end of the shin bone.
The long muscles at the anterior of the thigh are called the quadriceps. They help make the knee stronger.
Articular cartilage forms a covering over the surfaces of the bone where they touch each other. This cushions the bones.
Additionally, the knee mechanism is lubricated by fluid that is generated by the synovial membrane. This thin, smooth tissue liner covers the remainder of surfaces within the knee. It prevents the end of the joint bones from rubbing.
How is Knee Pain Caused?
When the cartilage lining of the joint wears away, the bones rub together and pain and swelling result.
This situation is usually caused by osteoarthritis. This is a condition in which there has been knee injury or trauma. When there is no cartilage, there is nothing to absorb the shock between the bones that make up the joint. When this happens, the bones become stressed and painful.
Click here to learn more about total knee replacement procedure.
A Few Ways to Treat Knee Pain
Pain relief may be achieved through the use of steroids or non-steroidal anti-inflammatories. You could also try bracing, physical therapy or cortisone injections. If all else fails, you may want to look into knee surgery. This will definitely alleviate the problems brought on by having to limit your activities due to pain.
Many Americans have used knee surgery successfully. In fact more than a quarter of a million annually have knee replacement surgery. This surgery was initially performed in 1968. It commonly restores joint function and relieves pain.
Click here to learn more about partial knee replacement. - 17268
Joints are made up of at least two bones connected by ligaments (thick bands of tissue). The largest joint in the body is the knee. The knee is composed of 3 parts:
The patella, which is better-known as the kneecap.
2. The shin bone (tibia).
The tibia, which is the upper end of the shin bone.
The long muscles at the anterior of the thigh are called the quadriceps. They help make the knee stronger.
Articular cartilage forms a covering over the surfaces of the bone where they touch each other. This cushions the bones.
Additionally, the knee mechanism is lubricated by fluid that is generated by the synovial membrane. This thin, smooth tissue liner covers the remainder of surfaces within the knee. It prevents the end of the joint bones from rubbing.
How is Knee Pain Caused?
When the cartilage lining of the joint wears away, the bones rub together and pain and swelling result.
This situation is usually caused by osteoarthritis. This is a condition in which there has been knee injury or trauma. When there is no cartilage, there is nothing to absorb the shock between the bones that make up the joint. When this happens, the bones become stressed and painful.
Click here to learn more about total knee replacement procedure.
A Few Ways to Treat Knee Pain
Pain relief may be achieved through the use of steroids or non-steroidal anti-inflammatories. You could also try bracing, physical therapy or cortisone injections. If all else fails, you may want to look into knee surgery. This will definitely alleviate the problems brought on by having to limit your activities due to pain.
Many Americans have used knee surgery successfully. In fact more than a quarter of a million annually have knee replacement surgery. This surgery was initially performed in 1968. It commonly restores joint function and relieves pain.
Click here to learn more about partial knee replacement. - 17268
About the Author:
Dr. Tarlow is a Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon with more than 20 years experience focusing on knee surgery. After 19 years of practice, he opened his own clinic, Advanced Knee Care, in Phoenix, Arizona. Click here to learn more about Dr. Tarlow, knee surgeons and ACL Surgery in Mesa and Tempe.
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