Knee Lecture

Question 1

Where is the meniscus vascularised ?

Answer 1

Outer third

Question 2

List four meniscus functions

Answer 2

1. Joint congruency
2. Increases contact area between condyle a and therefore weight distribution
3. Shock absorption
4. Reduce friction during movement

Question 3

List four common MOI of a PCL tear

Answer 3

1. Posterior tibial translation on a flexed knee
2. Extreme rotation with varus/Valgus hyperextension
3. Hyper flexion
4. Direct trauma to hyperextended knee

Question 4

PCL is assisted by what muscle group

Answer 4

Quads