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The knee joint is made from the lower end of the thigh bone (Femur) and the upper end of the main shin bone (Tibia). Inside the knee joint is some cartilage and ligaments (Anterior and Posterior Cruciate). Which help to provide stability in the joint. The thigh muscles attach around the knee to provide support and movement from above. The calf muscles do the same but from below.

There are some important ligaments on the inner and outer aspect of the knee, the innermost being most vulnerable to trauma. In severe Knee injuries the inner Menisci ( cartilage) can be torn. The knee joints nerve supply comes from the lower back.
It is important to determine whether a knee problem is from inside or outside the Knee joint.

Common complaints:

Local pain to the knee itself is not uncommon. This can be due to injuries to the thigh and or calf muscles. The ligaments to the knee if injured will also provide a local pain. If the internal mechanism of the knee is damaged, locking and or giving way of the knee may occur affecting the range of movement available. Injuries to the knee can affect your ability in walking, standing and general weight bearing. It is not uncommon for the knee to become swollen. In later years a well-used knee can become disfigured and distorted in shape, this can be associated with stiffness and loss of range of movement. Sports injuries are common from football, athletics and tennis etc as well as occupational injuries at work, such as plumbers and carpet fitters.

Common associated conditions treated:

• Arthritis
• Muscular, Tendon, Ligament and Bone injuries.
• Joint mal-alignment
• Referred pain