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      • Dr. Luciano Di Loreto (Chiropractor)
      • Dr. Felicia Huang (Chiropractor)
      • Dr. Harjas Multani (Chiropractor)
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      • Alex Kidd (Registered Massage Therapist)
      • Anabela Devezas (Registered Massage Therapist)
      • Firouzeh Nassiri (RMT & Osteo MP)
      • Victor Carrano (Registered Massage Therapist)
      • Diana Del Rosario (Registered Massage Therapist)
      • Daniel Morgan (Registered Massage Therapist)
    • Spinal Decompression
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      • Dr. Priya Duggal (Naturopath)
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      • Christine Shanthirajah (Acupuncturist)
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      • Firouzeh Nassiri (RMT & Osteo MP)
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      • Rui Tian (Registered Psychotherapist)
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      • Amina Gazi (Transformation & Life Coach)
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      • Sabrina Donato (Nutritionist)
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      • Ankle Twist
      • Bursitis
      • Shin Splints
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      • Custom Orthotics
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      • Overpronation
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    • Hot Stone Massage
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    What are the parts of the Knee?

    Like any joint, the knee is composed of bones and cartilage, ligaments, tendons and muscles.

    Bones and Cartilage

    The knee joint is the junction of three bones: the femur (thigh bone or upper leg bone), the tibia (shinbone or larger bone of the lower leg), and the patella (kneecap). The patella is 2 to 3 inches wide and 3 to 4 inches long. It site over the other bones at the front of the knee joint and slides when the knee moves. It protects the knee and gives leverage to muscles.

    The ends of the three bones in the knee joint are covered with articular cartilage, a touch, elastic material the helps absorb shock and allows the knee joint to move smoothly. Separating the bones of the knee are pads of connective tissue called menisci. The menisci are two crescent-shaped discs called meniscus 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 stability.

    Muscles

    There are two groups of muscles at the knee. The four quadriceps muscles on the front of the thigh work to straighten the knee from a bent position. The hamstring muscles, which run along the back of the thigh from the hip to just below the knee, help to bend the knee.

    Tendons and Ligaments

    The quadriceps tendon connects the quadriceps muscle to the patella and provides the power to straighten the knee. The following four ligaments connect the femur and tibia and give the joint strength and stability:

    1. The medial collateral ligament, which runs along the inside of the knee joint, provides stability to the inner (medial) part of the knee.
    2. The lateral collateral ligament, which runs along the outside of the knee joint, provides stability to the outer (lateral) part of the knee.
    3. The anterior cruciate ligament, in the center of the knee, limits rotation and the forward movement of the tibia.
    4. The posterior cruciate ligament, also in the center of the knee, limits backward movement of the tibia.
    5. The knee capsule is a protective, fiber-like structure that wraps around the knee joint. Inside the capsule, the joint is lined with a thin, soft tissue called synovium.

    Knee Anatomy

    • Dr. Luciano Di Loreto (Chiropractor)

      Dr. Luciano Di Loreto (Chiropractor)

      Dr. Luciano Di Loreto grew up in Woodbridge, Vaughan, Ontario.  He graduated from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (2010) and…

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    • Dr. Felicia Huang (Chiropractor)

      Dr. Felicia Huang (Chiropractor)

       Dr. Felicia Huang is a board certified chiropractor and acupuncture provider through the College of Chiropractors of Ontario. She graduated…

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    • Sudeep Deshpande (Physiotherapist)

      Sudeep Deshpande (Physiotherapist)

      Sudeep Deshpande, BPT, PG Exercise Science, PT (Registered Physiotherapist) Sudeep is the clinical director of physiotherapy at Fit for Life…

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    Knee Anatomy

    Knee Anatomy

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    Fit for Life aims to provide every patient with focused care, and excellent service. Our diverse team of professionals will work with you to diagnose and treat ailments, and guide you to optimal health. Make an appointment with us today!

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    • Home
    • Our Clinic
      • Intake Forms
      • Fee Schedule
      • Insurance
      • Career Opportunities
      • Corporate Wellness
    • Our Team
      • Dr. Luciano Di Loreto (Chiropractor)
      • Dr. Felicia Huang (Chiropractor)
      • Dr. Harjas Multani (Chiropractor)
      • Sudeep Deshpande (Physiotherapist)
      • Aditi Agrawal (Resident Physiotherapist)
      • Alex Kidd (Registered Massage Therapist)
      • Anabela Devezas (Registered Massage Therapist)
      • Firouzeh Nassiri (RMT & Osteo MP)
      • Victor Carrano (Registered Massage Therapist)
      • Diana Del Rosario (Registered Massage Therapist)
      • Daniel Morgan (Registered Massage Therapist)
      • Christine Shanthirajah (Acupuncturist)
      • Dr. Priya Duggal (Naturopath)
      • Amina Gazi (Transformation & Life Coach)
      • Rui Tian (Registered Psychotherapist)
      • Sabrina Donato (Nutritionist)
      • Isabelle Amatangelo (Kinesiologist)
      • Tara-Dee Gordon
      • Leanna Suppa
    • Services
      • Physiotherapy
        • Sudeep Deshpande (Physiotherapist)
        • Aditi Agrawal (Resident Physiotherapist)
      • Chiropractic
        • Dr. Luciano Di Loreto (Chiropractor)
        • Dr. Felicia Huang (Chiropractor)
        • Dr. Harjas Multani (Chiropractor)
      • Massage Therapy
        • Alex Kidd (Registered Massage Therapist)
        • Anabela Devezas (Registered Massage Therapist)
        • Firouzeh Nassiri (RMT & Osteo MP)
        • Victor Carrano (Registered Massage Therapist)
        • Diana Del Rosario (Registered Massage Therapist)
        • Daniel Morgan (Registered Massage Therapist)
      • Spinal Decompression
      • Naturopathic
        • Dr. Priya Duggal (Naturopath)
      • Acupuncture
        • Christine Shanthirajah (Acupuncturist)
      • Osteopathy
        • Firouzeh Nassiri (RMT & Osteo MP)
      • Psychotherapy
        • Rui Tian (Registered Psychotherapist)
      • Life Coaching
        • Amina Gazi (Transformation & Life Coach)
      • Nutritionist
        • Sabrina Donato (Nutritionist)
      • Foot Practitioner
      • Kinesiology
        • Isabelle Amatangelo (Kinesiologist)
      • Personal Training
      • Fascial Stretch Therapy
    • Health Concerns
      • Back
        • Ankylosing Spondylitis
        • Herniated Disc
        • Piriformis Syndrome
        • Scoliosis
        • Sciatica
        • Spondylolisthesis
        • Spinal Stenosis
        • Strains & Sprains
        • Vertebrae Fracture
      • Neck
        • Arthritis
        • Headaches
        • Concussion
        • Pinched Nerve
        • TOS
        • Whiplash
      • Shoulder
        • AC Joint Separations
        • Bursitis
        • Frozen Shoulder
        • Rotator Cuff
        • Shoulder Dislocation
        • Shoulder Arthritis
        • Shoulder Separation
        • Shoulder Tendonitis
        • Shoulder Fracture
      • Elbow
        • Tennis Elbow vs. Golfers Elbow
      • Wrist & Hand
        • Arthritis
        • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
        • De Quervain’s Syndrome
        • Dupuytren’s Disease
        • Ganglion Cysts
        • Strains & Sprains
        • Trigger Finger
      • Face
        • TMJ
        • Bell’s Palsy
        • Trigeminal Neuralgia
      • Headaches
        • Cervicogenic
        • Migraine
      • Rib
        • Slipped Rib Syndrome
        • Rib Fracture
      • Thigh
        • Meralgia Paresthetica
        • Strains & Sprains
      • Knee
        • ACL & PCL Injuries
        • Arthritis
        • Bursitis
        • Chondromalacia
        • IT Band Syndrome
        • MCL & LCL Injuries
        • Meniscal Injuries
        • Osgood-Schlatters
        • Osteochondritis
        • Plica Syndrome
        • Tendon Injuries
      • Ankle
        • Achilles Tendonitis
        • Ankle Twist
        • Bursitis
        • Shin Splints
      • Foot & Toe
        • Custom Orthotics
        • Plantar Fasciitis
        • Diabetic Foot
        • Foot Drop
        • Gout
        • Overpronation
      • Autoimmune Disease
        • Alopecia
        • Diabetes
        • Guillain-Barré
        • Psoriasis
        • Myasthenia Gravis
        • Rheumatoid Arthritis
        • Multiple Sclerosis
        • Lupus
        • Juvenile Arthritis
      • Anxiety & Stress Related Conditions
        • Fibromyalgia
        • Raynaud’s Phenomenon
      • Female Conditions
        • Osteoporosis
        • Menopause
      • Other
    • Treatments
      • Acupuncture
        • Christine Shanthirajah (Acupuncturist)
      • Adjustments
      • Car Accidents
        • Whiplash
      • Cryotherapy
      • Electrotherapy
      • Fascial Stretch Therapy
      • Hypervolt
      • Radial Shockwave Therapy
      • Laser Therapy
      • Heat Therapy
      • Hot Stone Massage
      • Kinesio Taping
      • Graston Therapy
      • Soft Tissue Therapy
      • Spinal Decompression
      • TENS Therapy
      • Nutrition Services
      • Ultrasound Therapy
      • Weight Loss
      • WSIB
    • Products
      • Biofreeze
      • Compression Socks
        • Jobst Compression Stockings
        • Venosan Compression Socks
      • Custom Orthotics
      • Custom Braces
      • Posture Medic
      • Waterbase Pillow
      • Cervical Pillow
      • Vitarub
      • Traumacare Cream
      • Kalaya Pain Rub
    • Testimonials
    • Social
    • Contact Us
    • Our Services

      • Chiropractic
      • Massage Therapy
      • Physiotherapy
      • Naturopathic
      • Acupuncture
      • Nutritionist
      • Foot Practitioner

      Contact Information

      Fit for Life Wellness & Rehabilitation Centre
      3865 Major Mackenzie Drive, Unit 102
      Vaughan, ON.
      L4H 4P4

      Wellness Centre Phone: 647.873.4490
      Wellness Centre Phone: 905.303.6223
      Email: fitforlifewellnessclinic@gmail.com