Knee Complex Flashcards
motions of the Knee
Flexion/Extension
Internal/External Rotation
Flexors of the knee
Hamstrings
Biceps Femoris, semimembranosus, semitendinosus
Extensors of the Knee
Quadriceps
Rectus Femoris, Vastus Intermedius, Vastus Lateralis, Vastus Medialis
Medial Collateral Ligament resists what force
Medial
Lateral Collateral Ligament Resists what force
Lateral
Posterior Cruciate Ligament resists what force
Posterior
Anterior Cruciate Ligament resists what force
Anterior and helps MCL
Genu Varum
Bowlegged
Genu Valgum
Knock-Kneed
what exercise will strengthen the knee flexors
Unknown
What exercise will strengthen the Knee extensors
Rowing Erg, Leg press, Hip Sled, Squat.
during seated knee flexion what position would the knee and ankle be placed into target Biceps Femoris
placed in a external rotation
During seated knee flexion what position would you place the knee to target Semimembranosus and semitendinosus
Placed in a position of internal rotation