🦵 The Knee Joint: A Complex Structure of Bones and Cartilage The knee is a hinge joint where bones like the femur (thighbone), tibia (shinbone), and patella (kneecap) come together, supported by cartilage that cushions and protects them during movement. The cartilage, including the menisci, acts as a shock absorber, helping to reduce friction between bones as you bend, flex, and straighten your knee. #anatomy #physiotherapy | PhysioFixers

TYPES OF SYNOVIAL JOINTS: THE HINGE 🚪 Yesterday, we posted our 1st post about a synovial joint (scroll down if you haven't seen it!). Here's the 2nd post in the series. The hinge (ginglymus or ginglymoid) is a joint in which the articular surfaces are molded to each other in a manner that permits motion only in one plane. Strong collateral ligaments usually connect the articular surfaces of these joint bones. Examples of hinge joints: 👌🏻Elbow joints 👌🏻Knee joints 👌🏻Ankle joints 👌🏻Interp