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Anatomy and biomechanics of the lateral side of the knee.
MedLine Citation:
PMID:  17135939     Owner:  NLM     Status:  MEDLINE    
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
The posterolateral corner (PLC) of the knee is a critical element for a functional lower extremity. It consists of an array of complex ligamentous and musculotendinous structures. The primary function of the PLC is to resist varus and external rotation and posterior translation of the tibia. Injuries to these structures can cause significant disability and compromise activities of daily living and work, recreational, and sporting activities. A thorough understanding of the complex anatomy and biomechanics of the PLC will aid the clinician in this challenging diagnostic and therapeutic problem. The first section of this paper describes the anatomy of the PLC of the knee focusing on the intricate insertion sites of the individual structures. The second section discusses how the anatomy influences the biomechanics of the PLC.
Authors:
Anthony R Sanchez; Matthew T Sugalski; Robert F LaPrade
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Publication Detail:
Type:  Journal Article; Review    
Journal Detail:
Title:  Sports medicine and arthroscopy review     Volume:  14     ISSN:  1538-1951     ISO Abbreviation:  Sports Med Arthrosc     Publication Date:  2006 Mar 
Date Detail:
Created Date:  2006-11-30     Completed Date:  2006-12-11     Revised Date:  -    
Medline Journal Info:
Nlm Unique ID:  9315689     Medline TA:  Sports Med Arthrosc     Country:  United States    
Other Details:
Languages:  eng     Pagination:  2-11     Citation Subset:  IM    
Affiliation:
TRIA Orthopaedic Center, 8100 Northland Drive, Bloomington, MN 55431, USA.
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MeSH Terms
Descriptor/Qualifier:
Biomechanics
Fascia / anatomy & histology
Humans
Joint Capsule / anatomy & histology
Knee / anatomy & histology*,  physiology*
Ligaments, Articular / anatomy & histology
Menisci, Tibial / anatomy & histology
Muscle, Skeletal / anatomy & histology
Orthopedic Procedures
Pressure
Range of Motion, Articular
Rotation
Tendons / anatomy & histology

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