Knee Problems
The tibia is the larger of two long bones in the lower leg (between the knee and ankle). It is sometimes called the shin bone.
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A New Angle on Knee Problems
Source: eOrthopod
X-rays are often used to identify problems in the knee and other joints. A new measurement has been introduced to help doctors evaluate knee X-rays.... Read more »
Chondromalacia patellae
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Chondromalacia patella is the softening and breakdown of the tissue (cartilage) that lines the underside of the kneecap (patella). It is a common... Read more »
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
An anterior cruciate ligament injury is the over-stretching or tearing of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in the knee. A tear may be partial or... Read more »
Protecting Your Knees Early May Prevent Problems Later On
Statistics have shown that nearly half of adults develop arthritis in at least one knee by age 85, and this condition is even more likely if a person... Read more »
Osteolysis or bone loss after total knee replacement (TKR) can...
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Osteolysis or bone loss after total knee replacement (TKR) can be a problem. Tiny flecks of bone and debris from the backside of the implant lead to... Read more »
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