The knee is a complex joint consisting of the lower end of the thigh bone (femur), the upper end of the shinbone (tibia), and the kneecap (patella) held together by large ligaments. A meniscus (cartilage pad) provides cushioning between the bones and absorbs shock during motion.

The most common injuries to the knee, especially in athletes, are tears or sprains to the ligaments — the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and the medial collateral ligament (MCL) — as well as damage to the meniscus.

Common Knee Conditions

• Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Damage
• Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Damage
• Meniscus Damage
• Tendon Tears
• Knee Osteoarthritis (aka "wear-and-tear arthritis" or"degenerative arthritis")

Common (Non-Surgical) Treatments

• P.R.I.C.E. for Injuries
• Knee Braces
• Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Medicines
• Home Exercise Programs
• Physical Therapy

Common (Surgical) Treatments

• ACL Repair
• Knee Arthroscopy
• ORIF Fracture Repair
• Knee Revisions (Knee Reconstruction Surgery)
• Total Knee Arthroscopy (TKA) — Knee Replacement Surgery