Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Knee Joint01:23

Knee Joint

2.0K
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.
A total of seven ligaments support the knee joint. The patellar ligament, which is also attached to the quadriceps femoris...
2.0K
Ankle Joint01:10

Ankle Joint

1.7K
The ankle is formed by the talocrural joint (crural = leg). It consists of the articulations between the talus bone of the foot and the distal ends of the tibia and fibula of the leg. The superior aspect of the talus bone is square-shaped and has three areas of articulation. The top of the talus articulates with the inferior tibia. This is the portion of the ankle joint that carries the body weight between the leg and foot. The sides of the talus are firmly held in position by the articulations...
1.7K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Long-term Follow-up After Arthroscopically Assisted 2-Bundle Anatomic Reduction of Acute Acromioclavicular Joint Separations.

The American journal of sports medicine·2025
Same author

Influence of equipment choice and athletic experience on the incidence of kitesurfing injuries - A prospective observational study.

Journal of bodywork and movement therapies·2024
Same author

Correction to: Converting to reverse shoulder arthroplasty from primary anatomic shoulder arthroplasty and fracture hemiarthroplasty: a radiographic and clinical outcome analysis at 8‑years.

European journal of orthopaedic surgery & traumatology : orthopedie traumatologie·2024
Same author

Converting to reverse shoulder arthroplasty from primary anatomic shoulder arthroplasty and fracture hemiarthroplasty: a radiographic and clinical outcome analysis at 8-years.

European journal of orthopaedic surgery & traumatology : orthopedie traumatologie·2024
Same author

The arthroscopic treatment of anterior shoulder instability with glenoid bone loss shows similar clinical results after Latarjet procedure and iliac crest autograft transfer.

Knee surgery, sports traumatology, arthroscopy : official journal of the ESSKA·2023
Same author

Single-Portal Proximal Biceps Tenodesis Using an All-Suture Anchor.

Arthroscopy techniques·2022

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Aug 4, 2025

Author Spotlight: Double Posteromedial Approach for Treating Posterior Cruciate Ligament Cysts
05:44

Author Spotlight: Double Posteromedial Approach for Treating Posterior Cruciate Ligament Cysts

Published on: October 20, 2023

686

[MCL tear with intra-articular dislocation].

Erol R Akalin1, Benjamin Bockmann2, Marc Fischbacher2

  • 1Abteilung für Sportorthopädie, St. Vinzenz Krankenhaus Düsseldorf, Schloßstr. 85, 40477, Düsseldorf, Deutschland. erolreinhard.akalin@vkkd-kliniken.de.

Orthopadie (Heidelberg, Germany)
|April 3, 2023
PubMed
Summary

Inner skin retraction after knee injury may indicate medial collateral ligament dislocation. Prompt surgical repair of the medial collateral ligament (MCL) can restore knee stability.

Keywords:
AccidentsCollateral ligamentsJoint instabilityKnee dislocationKnee joint

More Related Videos

Author Spotlight: Investigating Early Events and Long-Term Effects of ACL Injuries for Osteoarthritis Progression
06:27

Author Spotlight: Investigating Early Events and Long-Term Effects of ACL Injuries for Osteoarthritis Progression

Published on: September 29, 2023

790
Autologous Microfractured and Purified Adipose Tissue for Arthroscopic Management of Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus
07:24

Autologous Microfractured and Purified Adipose Tissue for Arthroscopic Management of Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus

Published on: January 23, 2018

10.4K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Aug 4, 2025

Author Spotlight: Double Posteromedial Approach for Treating Posterior Cruciate Ligament Cysts
05:44

Author Spotlight: Double Posteromedial Approach for Treating Posterior Cruciate Ligament Cysts

Published on: October 20, 2023

686
Author Spotlight: Investigating Early Events and Long-Term Effects of ACL Injuries for Osteoarthritis Progression
06:27

Author Spotlight: Investigating Early Events and Long-Term Effects of ACL Injuries for Osteoarthritis Progression

Published on: September 29, 2023

790
Autologous Microfractured and Purified Adipose Tissue for Arthroscopic Management of Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus
07:24

Autologous Microfractured and Purified Adipose Tissue for Arthroscopic Management of Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus

Published on: January 23, 2018

10.4K

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Sports Medicine
  • Knee Biomechanics

Background:

  • Multi-ligament knee injuries often involve knee dislocation.
  • Medial collateral ligament (MCL) injuries can lead to intra-articular dislocation and skin retraction.
  • Prompt diagnosis and intervention are crucial for managing knee trauma.

Observation:

  • A 48-year-old male experienced inner skin retraction post-sports knee injury.
  • The presentation suggested a possible intra-articular dislocation of the MCL.
  • Neurovascular status was assessed to rule out associated injuries.

Findings:

  • Surgical reconstruction of the ruptured medial collateral ligament was performed.
  • Postoperative assessment at 3 months showed no residual knee instability.
  • The patient's knee function was successfully restored after MCL repair.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the importance of recognizing skin retraction as a sign of intra-articular knee dislocation.
  • Early surgical management of MCL injuries can prevent long-term instability.
  • Successful MCL reconstruction can lead to favorable outcomes in multi-ligament knee injuries.