Anatomy and Function
4 main ligaments that make up the knee
What is ACL, PCL, MCL, LCL
(Anterior cruciate ligament, Posterior cruciate ligament, Medal collateral ligament, Lateral collateral ligament)
When ACL and PCL are torn
What is Ligament tears
Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation
What is Rice
Exercise that helps strengthen the muscles around the knee
Patella
Three primary bones that make up the knee joint
What is Femur, Tibia, and Patella
Inflammation of tendons
What is Tendonitis
A person can design a personalized excerise program to help strengthen the knee
What is physical therapy
Signs you should see a doctor about knee pain
Can't put weight on the knee
Knee buckles, clicks, or locks
Have swelling redness or warmth around the knee
Ligament most commonly injured
ACL
Role of meniscus in the knee joint
It acts as a shock absorber and adds cushioning between the tibia and femur
A ligament tear often caused by a sudden twisting or pivoting of motions mostly seen in sports like soccer and basketball
What is ACL tear
X-rays, MRI's, and CT scans,
What is imaging
Lifestyle modifications that can help prevent knee pain
Common signs of a torn meniscus
pain, swelling and stiffness, and reduced range of motion
What is quadriceps
A tear in the cartilage pads within the knee joint
What is meniscus tears
Doctor will examine the knee test range of motion and perform special tests
How to prevent knee injury while exercising
Warm up, stretch, and listen to your body
What can you do to prevent common knee problems as you get older
maintian a healthy weight, eat an anti-inflammatory diet, and avoid high impact activities
Synovial fluid responsibility in the knee joint
Lubricates the knee joint allowing smooth movement
Inflammation in the tendon that connects the kneecap to the shinbone
What is Pataller Tendonitis
Knee exam that helps determine if the anterior cruciate ligament is intact
What is Lachman test
How to manage knee pain with arthritis
physical therapy and engaging in low impact exercises
The primary functions of the quadriceps muscles in relation to the knee joint
What is extending the knee joint, helping you to straighten your leg