Conditions
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Knee Arthritis
The joint surface is covered by a smooth articular surface that allows pain-free movement in the joint. Arthritis is a general term covering numerous conditions where the...
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Knee Fracture
A fracture is a condition in which there is a break in the continuity of the bone. In younger individuals, these fractures are caused by high energy injuries, as from...
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Knee Trauma
The knee is a complex joint made up of bones (femur, tibia, patella), ligaments, tendons, cartilage (menisci), and muscles. Knee trauma refers to any injury or damage...
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Meniscal Tears
There are two wedge-shaped cartilage pieces present between the thighbone and the shinbone each called a meniscus. The menisci stabilize the knee joint and...
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Patella Fracture
The kneecap or patella forms a part of the knee joint. It is present at the front of the knee, protecting the knee and providing attachment to various muscle groups of the...
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Patellar Tendon Rupture
The patellar tendon works together with the quadriceps muscle and the quadriceps tendon to allow your knee to straighten out. Patella tendon rupture is the rupture of the...
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Knee Stress Fractures
Stress fractures of the patella or knee are very rare. Approximately two out of 10,000 athletes may experience a patella stress fracture. Initial symptoms include...
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Quadriceps Tendon Rupture and Repair
A quadriceps tendon rupture is defined as a tear of the quadriceps tendon as a result of a traumatic incident.
