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patellaFlat bone embedded in the knee tendon of birds and mammals, which protects the joint from injury. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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There had been doubt about whether Livingston had dislocated his knee or dislocated his knee cap. According to orthopedists who treat dancers, the deeper arc of a grand plie places stress on the knee cap. In a total knee replacement, up to three bone surfaces may be replaced--the lower ends of the thigh bone; the top surface of the shin bone; and/or the back surface of the knee cap (Fig. |
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