Knee Anatomy
Across
- 2. Strong Fascia that originates from the TFL
- 4. Muscle responsible for "unlocking" knee in the screw home mechanism
- 5. Has convex condyles to articulate with the menisci
- 6. Prevents Posterior Translation of the Tibia/Femur
- 8. Prevents Anterior translation of the Tibia/Femur
- 9. Absorbs shock and provides smooth articular surface in the knee
- 10. Prevents Varus forces on the knee
Down
- 1. Distal Quadricep responsible for the last 10-15 degrees of extension
- 3. Is flat proximally for menisci attachment
- 4. Splits the quadricep tendon and patella tendon
- 7. Prevents Valgus forces on the knee