Joint (dictionary definition)

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Joint

A joint is a junction between two bones. Where the two bones can move in relation to one another this is called an 'articulation'.

The knee has a tibio-femoral joint where the tibia articulates with the femur. It also has a patellofemoral joint, where the patella is in contact with the femur.