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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