The Anatomy of the Knee Joint

Are you a teacher looking to prepare a lecture on knee joint anatomy for the upcoming class? Or are you curious how this fascinating joint performs such crucial everyday tasks within the human body? This online course is a wealth of knowledge regarding the intriguing features and functions of the knee. Dr Saqib Mansoor, your lecturer, takes you through a detailed analysis of the knee joint and its inner workings so that concepts regarding this body part become crystal clear. The course kicks off with some basic information regarding the knee joint. Then we shall discuss some essential facts regarding it and the main factors that play a role in its stability.

The following section explores the different areas and functions of the joint capsule in depth. You will discover the connections to and from the joint capsule and the medial and lateral alar folds that are an important part of the joint. This information will be shared theoretically and in diagrams and videos to make each aspect completely clear. Next, Dr Mansoor guides you through the various ligaments found within the knee structure. He defines and explains the Q-angle, which is responsible for the displacement of the patella. He will examine external and intra-articular ligaments in detail.

Next, the course addresses the different types of knee movement in detail. The extension and flexion of the knee are vital movements as the leg bends or straightens. These locking and unlocking actions are essential as they can also result in the most number of injuries. Through diagrams, we demonstrate how the blood vessels supply blood to the knee joint. Then we discuss the innervation of the knee joint via the application of Hilton’s law before finally looking at the bursae around the knee joint, which helps reduce friction. The knee joint is an integral part of the proper functioning of the leg. Knee injuries are a significant part of the total injuries that athletes suffer. Understanding this body part and its associated injuries can ensure its rehabilitation in the case of an injury and its proper functioning. So do not waste any more time. Join this online course on Alison.com to take your learning journey further.