cells in the middle section (white-red region) and inner section (white-white region) are more chondrocyte-like, though they are phenotypically distinct from chondrocytes. Cells in the superficial layer of the meniscus are small and round. inner meniscus cells produce both collagen types I and II, and glycosaminoglycans, giving rise to a hyaline-
By spreading out the forces on the knee joint, the menisci protect the articular cartilage from getting too much pressure on one small area on the surface of the joint. Without the menisci, the forces on the knee joint are concentrated onto a small area, leading to damage and degeneration of the articular cartilage, a condition called osteoarthritis.
How force is trghout the knee meniscus
Free body diagram of the forces acting on