arthrocentesis of the knee

 

This animation demonstrates how to aspirate is synovial effusion from the knee joint. Press "Play" to begin the sequence. The animation may be temporarily paused by pressing the pause button in the lower left corner.

For more information, to read annotations to the animation, or to view the animation in separate steps, please refer to the Procedure section of this chapter.

 
While this animation specifically illustrates arthrocentesis of the knee, the techniques within can be applied to aspiration of any joint. For more information regarding patient positioning, anatomy, and techniques specific to other joints, please refer to the Specific Joints section of this chapter.