Movements At The Knee Joint Flashcards
1
Q
What causes extension at the knee?
A
Rectus Femoris, Vastus Intermedius, Vastus Lateralis, Vastus Medialis
2
Q
What limits extension at the knee?
A
Oblique Popliteal, MCL, LCL, ACL, PCL, tension of antagonists
3
Q
What causes flexion at the knee?
A
Bicep Femoris, Semitendinosus, Semimembranosus, Sartorius, Gracilis, Popliteus, Gastrocnemius, Plantaris
4
Q
What limits flexion at the knee?
A
Soft tissue opposition, patella tendon, PCL
5
Q
What causes medial rotation at the knee?
A
Semitendinosus, Semimembranosus, Sartorius, Popliteus
6
Q
What causes lateral rotation of the knee?
A
Biceps Femorus
