Is abnormal accumulation of fluid in the knee's soft tissues. Knee Joint Effusion - BACK TO TOP Results from a trauma, surgery or arthritic diseases and occurs when there is increased fluid within a joint cavity. The entire joint in the knee is held in place by several ligaments and tendons. The ligaments and tendons that hold the knee joint in place have very different functions. Ligaments help to control knee motion by connecting the bones together and stabilizing the knee joint.
Tendons join the muscles to bones.
The knee joint is cushioned by cartilage, which also helps the knee absorb shock during motion. TOP A complete or partial tear of the ACL usually occurs when your knee is twisted beyond its normal range of motion or from a direct frontal blow to the femur. This is the most common ligament tear especially during athletic activities such as skiing, soccer and football. It is one of the most common knee injuries in female athletes. After an ACL injury the knee can easily buckle as the tibia shifts forward.