Hip Q Angle: Definition, Measurement, and Clinical Significance
The Q angle is a biomechanical measurement describing the angle of the quadriceps muscle relative to the kneecap and tibial tuberosity, providing insi...
By Alex
Category: Knee Health
Browsing all articles filed under the "Knee Health" category.
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL): Anatomy, Function, and Protection
The Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) is the primary ligament responsible for protecting the knee joint from excessive valgus stress and plays a signif...
By Alex
Patella's Articular Surface: Anatomy, Function, and Related Conditions
The articular surface of the patella is the posterior, cartilage-covered part of the kneecap that articulates with the femur's trochlear groove, cruci...
By Alex
Baker's Cysts: Simple vs. Complex Differences, Symptoms, and Management
Simple Baker's cysts are unilocular, often benign, and less symptomatic, while complex cysts are multilocular, larger, and linked to significant under...
By Jordan
ACL Decompression: Understanding the ACL and Related Knee Concepts
The term "ACL decompression" is not a recognized medical or anatomical concept; the Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) is a tensile structure ...
By Alex
Patellar Tilt Angle: Measurement Methods, Interpretation, and Clinical Relevance
Patellar tilt angle is primarily measured using advanced medical imaging techniques like X-rays and MRI for precise angular measurements, supplemented...
By Jordan
Skiing and Your Knees: Understanding Stress, Common Injuries, and Protection Strategies
Skiing places significant, unique stresses on the knees due to the fixed foot in the boot, constant eccentric muscle control, and inherent rotational ...
By Hart
Strengthening Muscles Behind the Knee: Anatomy, Benefits, and Targeted Exercises
To strengthen the muscles behind the knee, focus on exercises like leg curls and RDLs that target the hamstrings, gastrocnemius, and popliteus, enhanc...
By Alex
Knee Exercise: Strengthening, Stability, Flexibility, and Low-Impact Cardio
Exercising your knees effectively involves strengthening surrounding muscles, improving joint stability and flexibility, and incorporating low-impact ...
By Jordan
