Cartilage is a flexible matter that cushions your joints so that the bones don't rub together. Knee cartilage can become damaged in different ways. One type of knee cartilage injury is a torn meniscus. The meniscus is a large piece of cartilage...
The knees are the largest joints in the body. Somewhat unique to the knee joints are the cartilage pads that provide cushioning and protection to the underlying bones. These pads separate the long bones of the thigh and lower leg and are known as...
The debate over the effects of jogging on your knees mirrors the larger debate over the wisdom of exercising for those with arthritis. Not long ago, doctors advised people with arthritis not to work out, in the belief that additional stress on the...
Your knee is the largest joint in your body and has to be strong and flexible so you can stand, sit and participate in the twisting and turning involved with sports. Both sudden injuries and long-term stress from overuse and aging can lead to a...
Many arthritis patients have problems with their knee joints, including cartilage wear and tear. There are many popular supplements on the market for knee arthritis that do not require a doctor's prescription. However, before taking a supplement...
Knee cartilage pain during or after bicycling can be due to a variety of factors and conditions. Sprains, strains, excessive bike riding, falling or crashing into an object can cause trauma to the cartilage in the knees. In addition, conditions...
While walking downhill is usually tolerated well by healthy people, overuse or deformity may cause damage to the cartilage under the kneecap, called the patella. Because the exact cause of knee pain can be difficult to pinpoint, you should seek a...
Your knee cartilage is composed of two separate wedges called menisci. Each meniscus acts as a cushion for your knee joint, and tears in a meniscus can cause significant pain and decrease your overall knee stability. Pain from torn knee cartilage...
Torn knee cartilage can become a serious problem. While torn cartilage that's associated with a serious knee injury may require surgery, not all torn cartilage requires a surgeon's intervention. In many cases, exercises can strengthen the muscles...
The knee joint is prone to injury, especially if you participate in activities in which you frequently start and stop, jump, run, change directions or twist. Cartilage covers the ends of the bones in your knee, and the pieces of cartilage between...
Torn cartilage in the knee, or a meniscal tear, is one of the most common knee injuries, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, or AAOS. Although anyone can experience a torn meniscus, athletes who participate in contact sports...
The largest joint in your body, the knee is located at the end of your thigh bone (femur) and connects to the top of the shin bone (tibia) where it rotates. The kneecap (patella) slides in a groove at the end of the femur. Large ligaments connect...
The knee is a hinge joint between the upper and lower leg bones. Two cartilage cushions, the medial and lateral meniscus, minimize friction between the leg bones at the knee. The kneecap, or patella, shields the joint. The inner aspect of the...
The human knee is a fascinating structure, able to support and cushion the impact of your body weight as you walk, run or even lower into a chair. This biological shock absorber is composed of tendons, ligaments, cartilage and the patella, or bony...
Knee issues are an extremely common complaint. The delicate knee joint is made up of the intersection of two large bones, plus cartilage, tendons and a small bone called the patella or kneecap. Many forms of exercise and sport are high-impact and...
When the cartilage in your knee begins to deteriorate, it's time to call on your leg muscles to take up the slack. The leg muscles that support your knee help to absorb the shock and stress you place on the joint. They'll need to be especially...
Strong cartilage in your knees cushions them and protects them from jarring. However, a variety of factors can cause the cartilage in your knees to break down, leading to arthritis, or joint pain and stiffness. Certain foods may prevent further...
According to MedlinePlus, knee microfracture surgery is a common procedure to repair damaged knee cartilage and is often performed on athletes. The microfracture procedure involves drilling small holes into the knee joint. MedlinePlus says the...
When you hear the dreaded words "torn knee cartilage," your doctor is probably referring to the meniscus in your knee. The meniscus is a type of cartilage that aids in shock absorption and stability of the knee. A torn meniscus may occur at any...
Your knee joint is cushioned by two round pieces of cartilage, each called a meniscus. The lateral meniscus lies on the outside of your knee joint, and it can be torn or strained during physical activity. Injury to your lateral meniscus can affect...
Knee replacement surgery is intended to relieve pain and immobility due to degenerative arthritic conditions such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. It may also be performed in cases of severe ligament tears or congenital joint...
Your meniscus is a piece of cartilage that acts as a shock absorber in your knee. The meniscus fits between two of your leg bones, the femur, or thigh bone, and the tibia, one of the bones in your lower leg. You've got two menisci--one in the...
Degeneration of joint or muscle tissue, an accident or a sports injury can all cause severe damage to the knee. For those who proceed with a knee replacement, it is usually due in part to a lack of proper or timely treatment or to continued...
The benefits of losing weight extend from your head to your toes and definitely include your knees. The knee is a large and complex joint that is susceptible to injuries. Excess weight has a heavy impact on your knees' movements and overall joint...
A meniscus injury, sometimes called torn knee cartilage, is a common injury to the fibrous tissue in your knee, in which this protective cartilage that serves as a shock absorber between the thigh and shinbone is torn. This can happen with a...
Cross country often is perceived as the toughest kind of long-distance racing. With brutal hills, sharp changes in direction and surfaces ranging from soft grass to deep mud, it's a test not only of fitness but also of guts. Accordingly, training...
Total knee replacement is a treatment option when an arthritic knee has left you in severe pain and disabled. The operation involves removing damaged portions of your bones and replacing them with an artificial joint. While you may experience pain...
For athletes prone to inner knee pain, yoga seemingly offers a low-impact method of staying in shape without further damaging the joint. But without proper instruction, yoga can be as dangerous to your knees as jogging on pavement. If you’ve...
According to MayoClinic.com, a torn meniscus is an injury to one or more of the two C-shaped pieces of cartilage in each of the knee joints. A posterior horn tear specifically involves a posterior inner aspect of the meniscus that's more...
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