Lexicon

- A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W Z

Pa Pe Ph Pi Pl Po Pu

Pal Pan Pat

Patella

Patella The patella is a flat rounded bone at the front of the knee which covers the knee joint . It is a bridge between the quad muscle and your lower leg. Synonyms: kneecap Symptoms: swelling, tenderness Conditions: Tendonitis, patellofemoral pain syndrome

patellar ligament

Patellar Ligament/Tendon The patellar ligament or tendon attaches the patella to the tibia and is part of the extensor mechanism of the knee Synonyms: Symptoms: Inflammation, Conditions: Tear, tendonitis