Sunday, September 9, 2007

Meniscus

Meniscus – A pad of connective tissue that separates the
bones of the knee. The menisci (plural) are divided into two
crescent-shaped discs (the lateral and medial) positioned
between the tibia and femur on the outer and inner sides of
each knee. The two menisci in each knee act as shock
absorbers, cushioning the lower part of the leg from the
weight of the rest of the body as well as enhancing stabil

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