How do I label the parts of the knee?

In your prompt, list the structures you want labeled: for example "label the femur, tibia, patella, ACL, PCL, MCL, LCL, medial and lateral menisci." Figviz will add callout lines with neat text labels for each structure you name. You can ask for all parts or focus on a specific group, such as ligaments only.

Is the knee anatomy diagram generator free?

Yes. Every account starts with free credits you can use right away. Buying any pay-as-you-go credit pack removes the watermark and unlocks higher resolutions up to 4K. Credits never expire, so you can top up whenever you need more diagrams.

Can I get a blank (unlabeled) knee diagram for a worksheet?

Yes. Ask for a blank or unlabeled knee outline with empty callout lines and Figviz will produce a worksheet-ready version. Students can fill in the labels by hand, making it a great self-test or class activity for anatomy courses.

What are the four knee ligaments shown in a knee diagram?

The four major knee ligaments are the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), posterior cruciate ligament (PCL), medial collateral ligament (MCL), and lateral collateral ligament (LCL). The ACL and PCL cross inside the joint and control forward and backward movement; the MCL and LCL run along the sides and resist lateral forces. You can ask Figviz to highlight one or all four with distinct colors.

Can I use a knee diagram for anatomy class or study?

Yes. Download a high-resolution PNG (up to 4K) for slides, printed handouts, and study guides. The diagrams are well-suited for anatomy classes, sports medicine courses, and physical therapy training. As with any AI-generated illustration, cross-reference with your textbook for clinical or high-stakes use, and diagrams from a paid account can be included in your own teaching materials.

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Describe the knee structures you need and get a clean, labeled diagram in seconds. Bones, ligaments, menisci, cartilage, and surrounding muscles, all illustrated in a clear textbook style ready for class, clinic, or worksheet.

Last updated: 2026-06-21

✓Bones, ligaments, and menisci✓Front and side views✓Blank or labeled versions✓Print and slide ready

Knee Anatomy Diagram Generator

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Knee Anatomy Diagram Examples

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Labeled Knee Joint Anatomy

A full anterior-view knee diagram with callout labels for the femur, tibia, fibula, patella, ACL, PCL, MCL, LCL, and menisci.

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Blank Knee Diagram for Worksheets

An unlabeled knee outline with blank callout lines, ideal for anatomy worksheets and self-testing.

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Knee Ligaments (ACL, PCL, MCL, LCL)

A color-coded ligament diagram isolating the four major knee ligaments with labels and short descriptions.

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Knee Menisci and Cartilage

A superior tibial-plateau view showing the medial meniscus, lateral meniscus, and articular cartilage layer.

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Knee Front and Side View

A two-panel diagram showing the anterior (front) and lateral (side) views of the knee, both labeled.

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Muscles Around the Knee

An anterior and posterior muscle diagram showing the quadriceps, hamstrings, gastrocnemius, and popliteus around the knee joint.

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What is a knee anatomy diagram?

A knee anatomy diagram is a labeled illustration of the knee joint that shows its bones, ligaments, cartilage, and surrounding muscles in a single reference image. The knee is one of the largest and most complex joints in the body, joining the femur (thigh bone), tibia (shin bone), and patella (kneecap), and held together by four major ligaments. A good knee diagram makes those relationships visible at a glance, which is why they appear in physiology textbooks, sports medicine clinics, physical therapy practices, and classroom worksheets. Figviz generates a clean, labeled knee diagram from a plain description so you get exactly the structures and style you need without drawing by hand.

How to make a knee anatomy diagram

Choose the view: anterior (front), lateral (side), posterior (back), or a superior tibial-plateau view for the menisci.

List the structures to include: bones only, ligaments only, menisci and cartilage, muscles, or a complete labeled set.

Decide on labeled callouts or a blank outline for a self-test worksheet.

Pick a style: Classic textbook, Colorful (color-coded by structure type), or Minimal.

Click Generate and refine the prompt if any label or proportion needs adjusting.

Download a high-resolution PNG (up to 4K) for slides, handouts, or print.

Parts of the knee you can label

Bones: femur (medial and lateral condyles), tibia (tibial plateau, tibial spine), fibula (head), and patella.

Ligaments: anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), posterior cruciate ligament (PCL), medial collateral ligament (MCL), and lateral collateral ligament (LCL).

Cartilage and soft tissue: medial meniscus, lateral meniscus, articular cartilage, synovial membrane, and joint capsule.

Tendons: patellar tendon (ligament), quadriceps tendon, iliotibial (IT) band.

Muscles: quadriceps group (rectus femoris, vastus medialis, vastus lateralis, vastus intermedius), hamstrings (biceps femoris, semimembranosus, semitendinosus), gastrocnemius, and popliteus.

Bursae: prepatellar bursa, infrapatellar bursa, and pes anserine bursa (for clinical reference).

Tips for an accurate knee diagram

Be specific about the view you need. An anterior view is best for showing the four ligaments and the patella; a lateral view better shows the patellar tendon and posterior capsule; a superior view of the tibial plateau is clearest for the menisci and cartilage. If you want a diagram for a particular clinical scenario (for example a torn ACL or medial meniscus tear), describe that in the prompt so the affected structure is highlighted. For classroom worksheets, request a blank version with empty callout lines. Always check anatomical proportions after generating and add more detail in a follow-up prompt if a structure looks too simplified.

Uses for knee anatomy diagrams

Student worksheets and anatomy quizzes at high school or university level.

Physical therapy and sports medicine patient education handouts.

Clinical presentations and case studies illustrating a ligament injury or surgical approach.

Sports coaching material explaining ACL or meniscus injury prevention.

Medical school study aids covering the knee joint in musculoskeletal anatomy modules.

Frequently asked questions

A knee anatomy diagram generator is a tool that creates labeled illustrations of the knee joint from a text description. With Figviz you describe which structures to show (bones, ligaments, menisci, muscles) and the style you want, and the AI produces a clean, accurate knee diagram in seconds, ready to download.

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