Definition: The best known meniscus is within the knee joint. There is also a meniscus in the shoulder, wrist, and hip, but most people are concerned about the knee meniscus.
The knee joint is made up of three bones, the femur, tibia, and patella. The surfaces of these bones at the knee joint are covered with cartilage. This surface allows the bones to slide against each other without causing damage to the bone. The meniscus sits between the cartilage surfaces to distribute weight and to improve the stability of the joint.
For more information: Meniscus Injuries
Also Known As: Menisci
