Knee Pain #1
by Science Photo Library
Title
Knee Pain #1
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Science Photo Library
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Photograph - Photograph
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Knee pain, conceptual computer artwork. Inflammation (red) of the posterior cruciate ligamanet, a fibrous band of connective tissue that connects the femur and tibia and limits backwards movement of the joint. The knee joint is formed by the articulation of the femur (thigh bone, opaque, top) with tibia (shin bone, bottom centre). The smaller fibula (bottom left) is also seen. Articular cartilage (white), which protects the bone surface from wear and tear, is seen on the head of the tibia. Partially covering it are the menisci (cream crescent-shaped), which act as shock absorbers.
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September 19th, 2018
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