Knee

Question 1

Name the joint type and articulating bones for the knee

Answer 1

Joint type = Hinge

AB = femur and tibia

Question 2

Name the plane, agonist and antagonist for knee flexion

Give an example

Answer 2

Plane = Sagittal

Agonist = Biceps femoris (hamstring)

Antagonist = Rectus femoris (quads)

Eg = preparing to kick a ball

Question 3

Name the plane, agonist and antagonist for knee extension

Give an example

Answer 3

Plane = Sagittal

Agonist = Rectus femoris (quadriceps)

Antagonist = Biceps femoris (hamstring)

Eg. = kicking a football