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The meniscus is a piece of cartilage that is located in the knee to absorb shock. When individuals find that their knees give way or become locked it is usually a sign that the meniscus has been torn.
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What is the name given to the shock absorbers in the knee?
Patella
What structures are found in the knee joint that help absorb shock in the joint?
menisic
What Provides support to the front of the knee joint?
acl
What provides the main source of stability in the knee?
The Ligaments
Does the popliteal vein circle in front of the knee?
No - it runs up the back of the knee and provides blood to the thigh and calf.
What acts as a shock absorber in your body?
You have the cartilages in the joints, which act as mechanical shock absorbers. But then you have other functional shock absorbers. You have arches in the foot, which act as shock absorbers. Then when you jump down, you have that spring like movement of the legs. That act as a shock absorbers.
What anatomical structure acts as a shock absorber and a cushion between the femur and tibia?
The meniscus acts as a shock absorber and cushion between the femur and tibia. It's the cartilage in the knee.
How good is attune knee replacement?
The attune knee replacement is the newest innovated, type of knee replacement. The attune knee replacement is so good that is provides more mobility and it eases the unstable feeling most all patients have with any other type of knee replacement.
What are the discs of fibrocartilage between the articulating surfaces of the knee called?
They are called Menisci. Also called shock abrosbing pads.
What is a cypress knee?
Some think it provides oxygen to the tree but when removed the tree continues to thrive, while others think it provides stability and support in the soft muddy soil.Please see related link below.a cypress knee is a root that comes above ground.
What does bone on bone mean in medical terms?
"Bone on bone" is a phrase often used to signify that arthritis has progressed to the point that the cushioning between bones is gone. For instance, if the knee cartilage is been destroyed, the bones may be touching.
Does the tibial collateral ligament provide medial or lateral support for the knee?
The tibial collateral ligament provides medial support for the knee. It's also called the medial collateral ligament.
