Knee Cartilage: Composition, Types, and Importance
Knee cartilage is primarily composed of specialized cells (chondrocytes), water, collagen fibers (Type II for articular, Type I for meniscal), and pro...
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Category: Joint Health
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Monoarticular Arthritis: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Monoarticular arthritis is the inflammation of a single joint, characterized by localized pain, swelling, and restricted movement, stemming from diver...
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Tibial Collateral Ligament (TCL): Location, Function, and Clinical Importance
The Tibial Collateral Ligament (TCL), also known as the Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL), is located on the medial (inner) side of the knee joint, con...
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Subluxation: Symptoms, Specific Examples, and When to Seek Care
Subluxations, or partial joint dislocations, primarily manifest as pain, reduced range of motion, and instability, with specific symptoms varying by a...
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Knee Cartilage: Types, Functions, and Preservation
Yes, the knee joint contains crucial cartilage, specifically articular (hyaline) cartilage and fibrocartilage in the form of menisci, which enable smo...
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Patella Dislocation: MPFL Reconstruction, Other Surgical Options, and Recovery
The most common and definitive surgery for patella dislocation, especially for recurrent instability, is Medial Patellofemoral Ligament (MPFL) Reconst...
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Ballet and Hip Health: Risks, Benefits, and Safe Practices
While ballet can risk hip health if technique is poor or anatomical limits are ignored, proper instruction and biomechanical understanding can signifi...
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Meniscus: Location, Anatomy, Functions, and Clinical Significance
The menisci are two C-shaped pieces of fibrocartilage located within the knee joint, positioned between the femoral condyles and the tibial plateau, a...
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Hip Effusion: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Hip effusion is the abnormal accumulation of fluid within the hip joint capsule, often signaling an underlying injury, inflammation, or infection, lea...
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