Meniscus Biomechanics

Douglas W. Bartels; R. Kyle Martin; Bruce A. Levy

doi:10.1016/B978-0-323-71310-8.00014-1

Meniscus Biomechanics

Douglas W. Bartels, R. Kyle Martin, Bruce A. Levy

Orthopedic Surgery

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Abstract

The menisci are complex tissue structures in the knee with established structural and biomechanical properties. They have a variety of functions within the knee and play a major role in maintaining normal knee kinematics. When normal biomechanical function of the menisci is compromised, there is a significantly increased risk of developing degenerative changes in the knee over time. The purpose of this chapter is to discuss the biomechanical properties of the menisci and how these properties contribute to overall function of the knee. In doing this we discuss the tensile, compressive and shear properties of the menisci, as well as their functions in load distribution, joint stability, joint lubrication and nutrition and proprioception. We will also discuss how meniscal tear patterns affect meniscal function.

Original language	English (US)
Title of host publication	Evidence-Based Management of Complex Knee Injuries
Subtitle of host publication	Restoring the Anatomy to Achieve Best Outcomes
Publisher	Elsevier
Pages	176-184
Number of pages	9
ISBN (Electronic)	9780323713108
ISBN (Print)	9780323713115
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-323-71310-8.00014-1
State	Published - Jan 1 2020

Keywords

biomechanics
joint stability
load transmission
meniscus
meniscus tears
proprioception
structural composition

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Medicine(all)

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