Knee Anatomy Review For EOPA

Front

What is the largest bone in the human body?

Back

The femur.

Front

Which bone is located on the outer side of the lower leg?

Back

The fibula.

Front

What is the name of the cartilage that cushions the knee joint?

Back

Meniscus.

Front

What does LCL stand for in knee anatomy?

Back

Lateral Collateral Ligament.

Front

What does MCL stand for in knee anatomy?

Back

Medial Collateral Ligament.

Front

What is the function of the ACL?

Back

To stabilize the knee by preventing forward movement of the tibia.

Front

What is the function of the PCL?

Back

To stabilize the knee by preventing backward movement of the tibia.

Front

What is the role of the patella?

Back

To protect the knee joint and improve leverage for the quadriceps muscle.

Front

Which ligament is located on the inner side of the knee?

Back

MCL (Medial Collateral Ligament).

Front

Which ligament is located on the outer side of the knee?

Back

LCL (Lateral Collateral Ligament).