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The knee joint is the most complicated joint in the body. It consists of three articulations– two tibiofemoral and one patellofemoral. As is characteristic of synovial joints, the knee joint has a thin articular capsule that partially surrounds this joint cavity. Additionally, several ligaments, muscles, and cartilaginous structures support the movement of the knee.
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The shocking truth about meniscus.

Stephen Andrews1, Nigel Shrive, Janet Ronsky

  • 1Department of Biomedical Engineering, Schulich School of Engineering, University of Calgary, Human Performance Laboratory, 2500 University Drive NW, Calgary, Alta., Canada T2N1N4.

Journal of Biomechanics
|September 20, 2011
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Published on: July 6, 2022

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Biomechanics
  • Knee Joint Anatomy

Background:

  • The menisci are crucial for knee joint health, distributing load and stabilizing the joint.
  • Established functions include load distribution, joint stabilization, lubrication, and proprioception.
  • A commonly cited function is shock absorption, though its validity is debated.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To critically review the scientific literature supporting the shock absorption function of knee menisci.
  • To identify limitations and errors in studies claiming meniscal shock absorption.
  • To determine if the shock absorption paradigm is supported by current evidence.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of existing literature on knee meniscus function.
  • Critical analysis of studies investigating the shock absorption role of menisci.
  • Re-evaluation of data and conclusions from key supporting studies.

Main Results:

  • The literature supporting the shock absorption paradigm is inconclusive.
  • One key study's findings can be interpreted as contradicting meniscal shock absorption.
  • The remaining studies are not definitive, suggesting a potentially insignificant role.

Conclusions:

  • The shock absorption function of knee menisci is not supported by current scientific literature.
  • The established functions of load distribution and stabilization remain key.
  • Further research is needed to definitively clarify the role of menisci in shock absorption.