Orthoclarity

  The knee is the largest joint in the human body — and one of the most complex. It endures forces of up to 5–6× your body weight during running and squatting. A thorough understanding of its architecture is the foundation of effective self-care. Figure 1: Cross-section of the right knee joint — key bony and soft-tissue structure s   1.1   Key Bony Structures   Structure Description & Clinical Significance Femur (Thigh bone) The largest bone in the body. The distal end forms two rounded condyles that articulate with the tibia. The femoral groove (trochlea) guides the patella during knee flexion. Patella (Kneecap) A sesamoid bone embedded in the quadriceps tendon. Acts as a mechanical pulley, increasing the quadriceps' leverage by up to 30%. Prone to maltracking when hip/quad strength is imbalanced. Tibia (Shin bone) The main weight-bearing bone ...