KNEE JOINT

What type of joint is the knee classified as?

• Hinge Joint

• Ball and Socket Joint

• Diarthrosis

• Fibrous Joint

Which ligament is located inside the knee joint capsule?

• Patellar Ligament

• Anterior Cruciate Ligament

• Lateral Collateral Ligament

• Medial Collateral Ligament

What is the primary function of the meniscus in the knee?

• Muscle attachment

• Stability

• Flexibility

• Weight distribution

Which bone is known as the shin bone?

• Fibula

• Tibia

• Patella

• Femur

What is the largest sesamoid bone in the body?

• Patella

• Tibia

• Fibula

• Meniscus

Which ligament prevents excessive varus forces on the knee?

• Lateral Collateral Ligament

• Medial Collateral Ligament

• Anterior Cruciate Ligament

• Posterior Cruciate Ligament

What is the primary role of the collateral ligaments in the knee?

• Support the meniscus

• Facilitate flexion

• Prevent excessive valgus/varus forces

• Prevent rotation

Which part of the tibia is commonly injured?

• Tibial shaft

• Tibial tuberosity

• Medial tibial plateau

• Lateral tibial plateau

What is the function of the patellar tendon?

• Stabilizes the meniscus

• Connects patella to femur

• Connects patella to tibia

• Supports knee flexion

What is the Q-angle associated with?

• Ligament injuries

• Knee stability

• Patellar alignment

• Meniscus tears