Knee Ligaments

Question 1

Lateral collateral ligament (LCL)

Answer 1

Prevents varus force

Question 2

Medial collateral ligament (MCL)

Answer 2

Prevents Valgus force

Question 3

Anterior cruclate ligament (ACL)

Answer 3

Prevents anterior translation of the tibia on the femur

Question 4

PCL

Answer 4

Prevents posterior translation

Question 5

Meniscus

Answer 5

Increases surface area for the femur to contact, absorb shock, & cushion knee