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An Insight into Knee Anatomy: Understand Your Joint
Our knee joint is one of the most complex joints, consisting of different structures such as bones, tendons, ligaments, and muscles. Together, the different parts of this hinge joint work together to help us walk, run, jump, and engage in essential motion.
The knee connects the thigh bone, shin bone, kneecap, and fibula, though the fibula is not a direct component of the joint. It has two types of cartilage (meniscus and articular cartilage), four ligaments (ACL, PCL, MCL, LCL), and other parts that stabilize it during movement.
Our knee doctor in Houston helps you understand the anatomy of your joint and discusses the right treatment procedure for you.
Signs You Need to Visit Our Knee Specialist in Houston
You can trust us with knee pain treatment at our Houston clinic, as our specialist will thoroughly assess your condition and proceed with the correct method.
You should not neglect the symptoms of knee issues, especially if the joint is swollen and red, even after you have rested. Other than this, keep an eye out for signs such as pain that gets worse, limited range of motion, knee instability or buckling, stiffness, changes or deformity in shape, difficulty walking, bruising, and more.
Our knee specialist in Houston incorporates cutting-edge technology to provide efficient treatments. If conservative treatments do not produce the desired results, we will provide safe and effective surgical treatments for your knee!
Treatments with Our Knee Doctor in Houston
- Knee Arthroscopy: We use state-of-the-art technology to perform safe arthroscopy which allows our surgeon to see inside your knee with the help of a camera. This way, we make accurate diagnoses and treat a wide range of conditions.
- Different Knee Tear Treatments: If you have an MCL, ACL, meniscus, or other knee tear, we provide specialized treatment to restore your knee health. Our knee specialist in Houston can incorporate both surgical and non-surgical techniques. We have the expertise to perform ACL reconstruction, arthroscopy, and other surgical treatments for severe knee tears!
- Multi-Ligament Injuries Care: Your knee consists of four ligaments, five if you count the posterior lateral corner. High-energy injuries that result from motor vehicle accidents, skiing or foot injuries, etc., can cause injury to more than one ligament. Our experienced knee surgeon will work with his qualified team to provide special care and treatment to repair or reconstruct the damaged ligaments.
- Knee Instability Treatment: The area between the kneecap and thigh bone in front of the knee is called patellofemoral. When the kneecap shifts out of its normal alignment, it can result in knee instability. This instability can damage the muscles, ligaments, and other underlying soft structures holding the knee in place. There are many reasons behind knee instability, but our doctor can treat it regardless of the cause.
- Knee Braces & Sleeves: Orthopedic appliances such as knee braces and sleeves can help you recover faster from a knee injury. Braces can provide support, and sleeves protect the knee while adding a compression element. Both are excellent choices, depending on your case. And our team will recommend comfortable and premier options!
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Normal Anatomy of the Knee Joint
The knee is made up of four bones. The femur or thighbone is the bone connecting the hip to the knee. The tibia or shinbone connects the knee to the ankle.
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Conditions
ACL Tears
The anterior cruciate ligament, or ACL, is one of the major ligaments of the knee that is located in the middle of the knee and runs from the femur (thigh bone) to the tibia (shin bone). ACL injuries notoriously occur during sporting events and movements.
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Meniscus Tear
Meniscus tear is the commonest knee injury in athletes, especially those involved in contact sports. A suddenly bend or twist in your knee cause the meniscus to tear.
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Multi-ligament Injuries
The knee can be divided into three compartments: patellofemoral, medial and lateral compartment. The patellofemoral compartment is the compartment in the front of the knee between the knee cap and thigh bone.
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Chondral Injuries
Articular or hyaline cartilage is the tissue lining the surface of the two bones in the knee joint. Knee cartilage helps the bones move smoothly against each other and can withstand the weight of the body during activities such as running and jumping.
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Procedures
Arthroscopy of the Knee Joint
Knee Arthroscopy is a common surgical procedure performed using an arthroscope, a viewing instrument, to look into the knee joint to diagnose or treat a knee problem. It is a relatively safe procedure, especially with an experienced knee joint specialist like Dr. Gombera, and a majority of the patient’s discharge from the hospital on the same day of surgery.
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Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction
The anterior cruciate ligament is one of the major stabilizing ligaments in the knee. It is a strong rope like structure located in the center of the knee running from the femur to the tibia. When this ligament tears unfortunately, it does not heal and often leads to the feeling of instability in the knee.
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Meniscal Surgery
Meniscus tear is the commonest knee injury in athletes, especially those involved in contact sports. A suddenly bend or twist in your knee cause the meniscus to tear. This is a traumatic meniscus tear.
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Advanced Cartilage Restoration
Articular Cartilage is the white tissue lining the end of bones where these bones connect to form joints. Knee cartilage acts as cushioning material and helps in smooth gliding of bones during movement. An injury to the joint may damage this cartilage which cannot repair on its own.
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ACL Reconstruction Hamstring Tendon
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Revision ACL reconstruction
The anterior cruciate ligament, or ACL, is one of the major ligaments of the knee that is located in the middle of the knee and runs from the femur (thigh bone) to the tibia (shin bone). When this ligament tears, it does not heal by itself and often leads to the feeling of instability in the knee.
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ACL Reconstruction with a Bone-Patellar Tendon-Bone (BPTB) Graft
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is a ligament that provides stability to the knee joint. It is commonly injured during high-intensity sports.
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Patellofemoral Stabilization
Medial patello-femoral ligament (MPFL) reconstruction is the most commonly used Patellofemoral stabilization procedure. Medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction is a surgical procedure indicated in patients with more severe patellar instability.
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