Lower Limb - Knee Joint (1) Flashcards
1
Q
What are the attachments of each end of the anterior cruciate ligament?
A
The ACL arises from the anterior intercondylar area of the tibia, and attaches posteriorly at the lateral condyle of the femur.
2
Q
What are the attachments of each end of the posterior cruciate ligament?
A
The PCL arises from the posterior intercondylar area of the tibia, and attaches anteriorly at the medial condyle of the femur.
3
Q
Which is stronger: the ACL or PCL?
A
The PCL.
4
Q
Which is longer: the ACL or PCL?
A
The ACL.
