The knee is one of the most frequently injured and surgically treated joints. This episode explores degenerative, traumatic, and inflammatory conditions of the knee, from ligament injury and meniscal disease to osteoarthritis.

We examine mechanisms of injury, key examination tests, imaging strategies, and the decision-making process that guides conservative versus operative management. The episode also discusses arthroscopy, ligament reconstruction, and knee replacement — alongside rehabilitation and long-term outcomes.

This chapter positions knee surgery as a balance between restoring stability and preserving function, with careful attention to patient goals and activity level.

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