Anatomy and Biomechanics of the Tibiofemoral Joint
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Which muscle group is the primary eccentric decelerator of the knee?

  • Gastrocnemius
  • Quadriceps (correct)
  • Hamstrings
  • Iliotibial band
  • Which muscle group decreases anterior subluxation and capsular laxity through their insertion into the medial and lateral capsular ligaments?

  • Gastrocnemius
  • Iliotibial band
  • Quadriceps
  • Hamstrings (correct)
  • Which ligaments contribute to the static stability of the tibiofemoral joint?

  • Articular ligaments
  • Menisci
  • Tibiofemoral ligaments (correct)
  • Medial and lateral capsular ligaments
  • Which muscles and band supplement stability through attachments to capsular ligaments?

    <p>Gastrocnemius</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What describes the relationship among static and dynamic features in maintaining the stability of the tibiofemoral joint?

    <p>The dynamic features of the muscles</p> Signup and view all the answers

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