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What is the primary function of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL)?
What is the primary function of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL)?
Which component of the knee is responsible for reducing friction at the ends of bones?
Which component of the knee is responsible for reducing friction at the ends of bones?
What role do the menisci play in the knee joint?
What role do the menisci play in the knee joint?
Which ligament is located on the inside of the knee and provides stability?
Which ligament is located on the inside of the knee and provides stability?
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What is the main purpose of synovial fluid in the knee joint?
What is the main purpose of synovial fluid in the knee joint?
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Which of the following is not a major ligament in the knee?
Which of the following is not a major ligament in the knee?
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What is the role of the Patellofemoral joint?
What is the role of the Patellofemoral joint?
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How does effusion in a joint occur?
How does effusion in a joint occur?
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What type of pressure does the Tibial Plateau endure?
What type of pressure does the Tibial Plateau endure?
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Which term describes the condition when a joint bends inward?
Which term describes the condition when a joint bends inward?
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Which muscle group is primarily responsible for knee extension?
Which muscle group is primarily responsible for knee extension?
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What is the term for moving a body part towards the midline?
What is the term for moving a body part towards the midline?
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Which condition is characterized by pain below the kneecap, especially during activity?
Which condition is characterized by pain below the kneecap, especially during activity?
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Which of the following tests assesses knee alignment and injury risk?
Which of the following tests assesses knee alignment and injury risk?
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What is a common symptom of a meniscus tear?
What is a common symptom of a meniscus tear?
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Which injury occurs due to sudden stops or twisting motions?
Which injury occurs due to sudden stops or twisting motions?
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What is the primary treatment for an MCL sprain?
What is the primary treatment for an MCL sprain?
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Which muscle assists in knee flexion along with the hamstrings?
Which muscle assists in knee flexion along with the hamstrings?
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What condition results from inflammation of the iliotibial band?
What condition results from inflammation of the iliotibial band?
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How does a larger Q angle in females affect their knee alignment?
How does a larger Q angle in females affect their knee alignment?
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Which ligament prevents the shinbone from moving backward?
Which ligament prevents the shinbone from moving backward?
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What structure in the knee acts as a cushion and stabilizer between the bones?
What structure in the knee acts as a cushion and stabilizer between the bones?
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Which of the following is primarily responsible for providing side-to-side stability of the knee?
Which of the following is primarily responsible for providing side-to-side stability of the knee?
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What is the primary function of the articular cartilage in the knee?
What is the primary function of the articular cartilage in the knee?
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In knee anatomy, which bone is classified as the smallest in the lower leg?
In knee anatomy, which bone is classified as the smallest in the lower leg?
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Which term describes the tissue that lines the inside of a joint and produces synovial fluid?
Which term describes the tissue that lines the inside of a joint and produces synovial fluid?
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What causes effusion in a joint?
What causes effusion in a joint?
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Which structure assists with the extension of the knee joint?
Which structure assists with the extension of the knee joint?
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What is the primary function of the quadriceps muscle group?
What is the primary function of the quadriceps muscle group?
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Which condition is commonly associated with a popping sound in the knee?
Which condition is commonly associated with a popping sound in the knee?
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What does a positive Valgus Stress Test indicate?
What does a positive Valgus Stress Test indicate?
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Which muscle is NOT part of the quadriceps group?
Which muscle is NOT part of the quadriceps group?
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What is a common symptom experienced during patellar tendonitis?
What is a common symptom experienced during patellar tendonitis?
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What is the primary cause of an MCL sprain?
What is the primary cause of an MCL sprain?
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Which test assesses the integrity of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)?
Which test assesses the integrity of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)?
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Which anatomical term describes a position farther from the midline of the body?
Which anatomical term describes a position farther from the midline of the body?
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What is the potential consequence of an epiphyseal injury in children?
What is the potential consequence of an epiphyseal injury in children?
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What is the primary purpose of the Q angle assessment?
What is the primary purpose of the Q angle assessment?
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Study Notes
Knee Anatomy and Function
- Bones: Femur (thigh bone), Tibia (shinbone), Fibula (smaller lower leg bone), Patella (kneecap). Femur is the largest bone in the body.
- Ligaments: ACL (anterior cruciate ligament), PCL (posterior cruciate ligament), MCL (medial collateral ligament), LCL (lateral collateral ligament). Cruciate ligaments control forward/backward and rotational movements. Collateral ligaments control side-to-side movement. ACL prevents forward movement of the shinbone. PCL prevents backward movement.
- Cartilage: Articular cartilage (smooth surfaces on bones), Menisci (C-shaped cartilage cushions: medial and lateral meniscus), Synovial fluid (lubricates the joint). Menisci and articular cartilage cushion bones, and synovial fluid reduces friction. Articular cartilage covers bones in the joint for smooth movement.
- Muscles: Quadriceps (vastus medialis, vastus intermedius, vastus lateralis, rectus femoris) straighten the knee. Hamstrings (semitendinosus, semimembranosus, biceps femoris) bend the knee and extend the hip. Sartorius, Gracilis, Semitendinosus assist with knee bending.
- Sesamoid bone: Patella is a sesamoid bone embedded in a tendon (patellar tendon).
Knee Joint Structures
- Patellofemoral Joint: Joint between the patella and femur.
- Tibiofemoral Joint: Joint between the femur and tibia. Tibial plateau forms part of the knee joint.
- Pes Anserine: Area on the knee's inner side where three tendons attach.
- Epiphyseal Plates: Growth plates near bone ends, important in children, can be injured.
- Synovial Membrane: Lining the joint that creates synovial fluid, reducing friction.
- Retropatellar Surface: Back side of the kneecap.
- Condyle: Rounded end of a bone that helps form a joint.
Knee Injuries and Issues
- Patellofemoral Problems: Pain during bending, squatting, crepitus (popping sound). Symptoms can include pain during bending and squatting, or sitting for long periods (moviegoer's sign), treatment includes rest, strengthening exercises, and physical therapy.
- Patellar Tendonitis (Jumper's Knee): Inflammation of the patellar tendon, pain below the kneecap, treatment includes rest, ice, and stretching.
- MCL Sprain: Twisting or force to the outside of the knee; pain and swelling inside the knee, treatment includes rest, ice, physical therapy.
- ACL Tear: Sudden stops or twisting, popping sound, swelling, instability, often require surgery followed by physical therapy. Diagnosis uses Lachman and Anterior Drawer tests.
- PCL Tear: Falling on a bent knee or blow to the shinbone, swelling, knee instability; treatment includes physical therapy and sometimes surgery. Diagnosis uses Posterior Drawer test.
- Meniscus Tear: Twisting knee with a planted foot, swelling, pain, difficulty moving knee; treatment involves physical therapy or surgery. Diagnosis uses McMurray’s test. Meniscus tears involve the medial or lateral meniscus.
- Epiphyseal Injury: Injury to the growth plate; serious because it affects bone growth, mainly in children.
- Iliotibial Band Syndrome: Inflammation of the IT band on the outer thigh; pain on the outside of the knee; treatment includes rest, stretching, foam rolling.
- Effusion: Swelling in a joint caused by fluid.
- Crepitus: A crunching or popping sound in a joint.
Knee Joint Assessment
- Q Angle: Angle between the thigh bone and patellar tendon. Helps assess knee alignment and injury risk. Wider hips generally result in a larger angle.
- Tests: Patellar Tap Test (fluid check), Valgus Stress Test (MCL), Varus Stress Test (LCL), Lachman Test (ACL), Anterior Drawer Test (ACL), Posterior Drawer Test (PCL), McMurray’s Test (meniscus).
- Valgus (bending inward) and Varus (bending outward) describe joint movement.
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Test your knowledge on the knee's anatomy and its functions! This quiz covers bones, ligaments, cartilage, and muscles that make up the knee joint, as well as their roles and interactions. Ideal for students in anatomy or sports medicine courses.
