The knee is one of the body’s largest and most complex joints.
It connects the:
- Femur, or thigh bone
- Tibia, or shin bone
- Patella, or kneecap
The ends of these bones are covered with smooth cartilage that helps the joint move with relatively little friction.
Ligaments provide stability.
Tendons connect muscles to bones.
The joint is surrounded by tissues that help protect and lubricate it.
When these structures are healthy, the knee can handle walking, climbing stairs, standing, squatting, running, and many other movements.
Problems develop when cartilage, bone, ligaments,
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