Because of the increased emphasis on physical fitness, knee injuries are becoming more common among athletes and the general population. To help you understand your knee injury this booklet will cover knee anatomy, typical knee injuries, treatment choices, and the rehabilitation. This booklet includes information for arthroscopy and ligament reconstruction procedures. Two ligaments in your knee are more prone to injury, the anterior cruciate and medial collateral ligaments.
Partial tears occur, but are less common.
Orthopaedic Evaluation Orthopaedic evaluation of your knee joint is essential in determining the severity and type of injury. An evaluation includes how the injury occurred, symptoms you are now experiencing, and diagnostic tests. Arthroscopy has become one of the most frequently used procedures for diagnosis and treatment of knee injuries. It is a minor surgical procedure that is done as an outpatient. The physician inserts the arthroscope into your knee through several small incisions.