BMS 107 Mini-Guide to Cruciate Ligaments of the Knee

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Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL)
• Attached to anterior surface of tibia.
• Prevents anterior displacement of tibia.
• Prevents hyperextension (XS anterior movement of tibia).

Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL)
• Attached to posterior surface of tibia.
• Prevents posterior displacement of tibia.
• Prevents hyperflexion (XS posterior movement of tibia).

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Lab Lists

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Spring 2010