Knee Review

Front

What are the two main motions that occur at the knee joint?

Back

Flexion and Extension.

Front

What does Apley's distraction test primarily assess?

Back

The Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL).

Front

What is the normal degree measurement for knee extension?

Back

0 degrees.

Front

Which ligament is located away from the midline of the body?

Back

Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL).

Front

What part of the femur is referred to as the Lateral Condyle?

Back

The outer part of the femur's lower end.

Front

Define Flexion in the context of knee movement.

Back

Flexion is the bending movement that decreases the angle between the femur and the tibia.

Front

Define Extension in the context of knee movement.

Back

Extension is the straightening movement that increases the angle between the femur and the tibia.

Front

What is the role of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL)?

Back

The ACL stabilizes the knee by preventing the tibia from sliding forward relative to the femur.

Front

What is the role of the Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL)?

Back

The LCL stabilizes the knee by preventing excessive side-to-side movement.

Front

What is the significance of the Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL)?

Back

The MCL provides stability to the inner part of the knee.