Leg-amints

Question 1

What is the function of the posterior cruciate ligament?

Answer 1

Prevents posterior sliding of tibia and hyperextension of the knee

Question 2

What is the function of the anterior cruciate ligament?

Answer 2

Prevents anterior “sliding” of tibia and hyperextension of the knee

Question 3

What is the function of the lateral collateral ligament

Answer 3

Strengthens/stabilizes lateral knee

Question 4

What is the function of the medial collateral ligament?

Answer 4

Strengthens/stabilizes medial knee

Question 5

What is the function of the patellar ligament (tendon)

Answer 5

Attaches quadriceps to tibial tuberosity

Question 6

What is the function of the medial and lateral menisci?

Answer 6

Deepen joint cavity and absorb shock

Question 7

What is the function of the anterior tibiofibular ligament?

Answer 7

Strengthens/stabilizes anterior ankle

Question 8

What is the function of the posterior tibiofibular ligament?

Answer 8

Strengthens/stabilizes posterior ankle

Question 9

What is the function of the anterior talofibular ligament?

Answer 9

Strengthens/stabilizes anterolateral ankle

Question 10

What is the function of the posterior talofibular ligament?

Answer 10

strengthen/stabilize posteriolateral ankle

Question 11

What is the function of the calcaneofibular ligament?

Answer 11

strengthen/stabilize lateral ankle

Question 12

What is the function of the deltoid ligament?

Answer 12

strengthen/stabilize medial ankle