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knee joint

The knee joint, classified as a synovial and hinge joint, allows a variety of movements essential for daily activities and athletic performance. It enables bending and straightening actions, known as flexion and extension, respectively.

knee joint

bending forward and backwards

movement round the long axis of the bone turning outwards at 30-40 degrees.

knee joint

Range of motion

external rotation
internal rotation
movement round the long axis of the bone turning inwards at 20-30 degrees
extention
straightening or bending backwards
flexion

classification

synovial joint
Hinge joint