Subcutaneous prepatellar bursa

Subcutaneous prepatellar bursa

Anatomy

Situated in front of the patella bone.

Functions

Acts as a cushion between bone and skin reducing friction between both.

Clinical

Prepatellar bursitis or ‘housemaid’s knee’ is a common injury to the bursa. The bursa becomes swollen due to repetitive work in a kneeling position.

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