Tibial Plateau Fractures
The expansion of the flat upper end of the tibia which makes up the distal half of the knee joint is known as the tibial plateau. The plateau is an essential part of the weight bearing function of the knee joint and if compromised can severely affect the movement, stability and alignment of the knee, interfering with gait. The fracture should be recognised early and treated accordingly so that the chances of post-traumatic knee arthritis and disability are minimised. Over half the patients in this category are in their fifties or older.