The Knee Test

Front

What is the primary muscle responsible for knee extension?

Back

Quadriceps

Front

Name the two cruciate ligaments in the knee.

Back

PCL (Posterior Cruciate Ligament) and ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament)

Front

Which ligament provides stability to the knee against a varus force?

Back

LCL (Lateral Collateral Ligament)

Front

What are the functions of the meniscus in the knee?

Back

The meniscus acts as a shock absorber, stabilizes the knee, and distributes weight across the joint.

Front

Which ligament prevents the tibia from moving backward on the femur?

Back

PCL (Posterior Cruciate Ligament)

Front

What is the role of the quadriceps muscle in knee movement?

Back

The quadriceps muscle is responsible for extending the knee.

Front

What is the function of the ACL in the knee?

Back

The ACL prevents the tibia from sliding forward relative to the femur.

Front

What is the function of the PCL in the knee?

Back

The PCL prevents the tibia from sliding backward relative to the femur.

Front

What is the significance of the LCL in knee stability?

Back

The LCL stabilizes the knee against varus forces, which push the knee inward.

Front

What are the two types of menisci in the knee?

Back

Medial meniscus and lateral meniscus.