Cartilage

Tissue which provides a covering for the end of the bone, and allows a low friction surface inside the joint space. Damage to the cartilage can occur from inflammation (inflammatory arthritis), acute trauma (post-traumatic arthrosis), or from progressive wear and tear (degenerative arthrosis). 6.jpg
This image depicts a three quarter lateral view of the knee joint.
The knee joint has an x-ray look within an x-ray leg.
The arteries of the thigh and knee are also illustrated.

Testimonial

Georgeanna C.
Date: Jul 15, 2010

In June of 2010, I had a full knee replacement done by Dr. Chen and less than three weeks post surgery I am walking with a cane outside and occasionally forgetting the cane in my home, going up and...