Definition The anterior cruciate ligament (ligamentum cruciatum anterius) connects the thigh bone (femur) and tibia. As part of the ligamentous apparatus of the knee, it serves to stabilize the knee joint (Articulatio genus). Like the ligament structures of all joints, the anterior cruciate ligament consists mainly of collagen fibers, i.e. connective tissue. Although the anterior … Front cruciate ligament
What can you do? – therapy In order to counteract the “water” in the knee in the long term, the cause of the knee joint effusion should generally be investigated. In most cases, the effusion can only be eliminated if the underlying trigger is removed (e.g. cruciate ligament or meniscus lesions). Generally accepted therapy methods … What can you do? – therapy | Water in the knee
Introduction If fluid or water collects in the knee, this is usually referred to as a knee joint effusion. The reason for this is that the fluid is usually located within the capsule of the knee joint, although it is by no means water in the actual sense, as it is colloquially referred to as … Water in the knee
Symptoms An accumulation of fluid in the knee joint primarily leads to a visible swelling of the knee, the extent of which depends on the volume. The pressure of the fluid inside the joint capsule usually also irritates nerves inside the capsule, which can lead to pain in the knee joint. This can occur at … Symptoms | Water in the knee
Meniscus injuries are among the most common injuries to the knee joint. The menisci are sickle-shaped and lie between the thigh bone (femur) and the shin bone (tibia) on the tibia plateau. The menisci serve as a buffer and compensate for incongruities between the tibia and the femur. They have a direct connection to the … External meniscus – Pain
What should I do if I have pain in the outer meniscus? In the case of an external meniscus lesion, protection is particularly important. Further overloading can further damage the already damaged meniscus and increase the extent of the injury. Intermediate elevation of the leg, activation of the muscle pump and cooling of the knee … What should I do if I have pain in the outer meniscus? | External meniscus – Pain
Jogging for pain in the outer meniscus When stability and resilience have been restored after an external meniscus lesion, jogging can be started carefully. It is important when running that a physiological running pattern has been developed beforehand, so that no incorrect posture occurs. Proper footwear should also be taken into account. As soon as … Jogging for pain in the outer meniscus | External meniscus – Pain
Pain in the hollow of the knee Pain in the hollow of the knee after an external meniscus lesion can have several causes.A developed Baker cyst, which restricts movement in the long term and provokes swelling, can be a cause. This should be checked and removed if necessary. Summary Pain in the outer meniscus can … Pain in the hollow of the knee | External meniscus – Pain
The knee is one of the largest joints in the human body and is subject to heavy daily stress. To meet the demands, the knee is supported by a complex ligamentous apparatus. Each knee has lateral ligaments that run externally and internally from the thigh bone to the fibula or shin bone: the outer ligament … Torn ligament at the knee – treatment and important
Symptoms of torn ligaments in the knee A torn ligament in the knee causes various typical symptoms. The main symptom of torn ligaments is severe, acute pain. Further symptoms are swelling and bruising (hematoma). The swelling in a torn ligament develops relatively quickly a few minutes after the event and is clearly visible. It is … Symptoms of torn ligaments in the knee | Torn ligament at the knee – treatment and important
Therapy of a torn ligament Therapy for torn ligaments in the knee depends on the extent, the affected ligament and the possible injury to other structures.Thus the outer ligaments can usually be treated conservatively. It is also important to know whether there is only a partial tear, since the therapy may be approached conservatively in … Therapy of a torn ligament | Torn ligament at the knee – treatment and important
Tearing of the side bands The inner ligament, lat. ligamentum collaterale mediale, is one of the large stabilizing ligaments at the knee and runs inside the knee from the femur to the head of the tibia. The inner ligament protects the knee from excessive movement in the lateral plane, thus preventing the lower leg from … Tearing of the side bands | Torn ligament at the knee – treatment and important
