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Articular Surfaces

Articular surfaces are the regions on bones that make contact to form a joint. In the knee, these include the medial condyle of the tibia and the condyles of the femur, which provide the bearing surface for the joint and play a key role in weight bearing and movement.

Bony Landmarks

Bony landmarks such as condyles, tuberosities, and epicondyles serve as important reference points and attachment sites for ligaments and muscles. While some, like the condyles, contribute directly to the joint's articulation, others like the tibial tuberosity or lateral epicondyle mainly serve as attachment sites and do not form the joint surface.

Knee Joint Anatomy

The knee joint is a complex synovial joint formed by the articulation of the femur, tibia, and patella. It primarily involves the distal femur, which includes the medial and lateral condyles, and the proximal tibia, which also has corresponding medial and lateral condyles that contribute to the joint's structure and function.

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