Ligaments

Question 1

Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL)

Answer 1

• Internal knee ligament
• Connects anterior tibia to the inner surface of the lateral femoral condyle
• Limits hyperextension of knee and posterior displacement of femur on tibia

Question 2

Posterior Cruciate Ligament

Answer 2

• Internal knee ligament
• Connects posterior tibia to the inner surface of the medial femoral condyle
• Prevents anterior displacement of the femur

Question 3

Patellar Ligament/Tendon

Answer 3

• External knee ligament
• Continuation of quadriceps tendon
• Continues anteriorly from patella to insert on tibial tuberosity