The Meniscus is the cartilage that lives in the knee and acts as a cushion between the tibia and femur. It is a C-shaped structure that is located on both the outside and inside of the knee. The meniscus provides 50% of the weight bearing in the joint. If it is torn the femur and tibia start to carry the load, which can lead to joint degeneration and early arthritis, if not addressed.
The ACL, short for Anterior Cruciate Ligament, is a small structure located close to the middle of the knee, which plays a key role in preventing the thighbone from sliding backward on the tibia. It is also responsible for stabilizing the knee during rotation....
Post Traumatic Arthritis is a common form of arthritis in which the foot or ankle joints get worn out. Any injury causing damage to the cartilage or bone can result in Post Traumatic Arthritis. Although this arthritis is mostly found in athletes but according to the...
Football is one of the most popular sports currently played in the world, and also the one that requires tremendous physical effort on a regular basis. Since football players need to use their legs heavily, knee injuries are a common occurrence which can occur due to...
Pes Anserine Bursitis, or Knee Tendon Bursitis, refers to an inflammation of the bursa on the inner side of the knee. The bursa is a lubricating sac located between the shinbone and hamstring tendons that prevents the two structures from rubbing against each other....
