Knee Osteoarthritis Video
The knees are two of the greatest weight-bearing joints in the body, and thus are subject to significant wear and tear over the lifetime of an individual. Knee osteoarthritis is the most common form of osteoarthritis, and is caused by the deterioration of the protective articular cartilage in the knee joint. This video gives an overview of the deterioration of the knee joint, the symptoms that appear with advancing knee osteoarthritis, and the treatment options available to patients.
- Knee Replacement Surgery Video
Knee replacement surgery may be recommended in cases of severe osteoarthritis of the knee. In the procedure, the knee joint is replaced by a prosthetic implant. This animation presents a general overview of knee replacement surgery.
- Knee Anatomy Video
This animation gives a picture of the basic anatomical structure of the knee to help explain how knee pain can occur and how the various anatomical changes that occur can produce symptoms of arthritis.
- Osteoarthritis Video
Osteoarthritis is characterized by the deterioration of protective articular cartilage in the joints. Learn about the difference between primary and secondary arthritis, as well as the symptoms and treatments of osteoarthritis.