Anterolateral Ligament of the Knee
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Introduction
Attachments
Origin
The prominence of the lateral femoral epicondyle, slightly anterior to the origin of the lateral collateral ligament. Connecting fibers between the two structures have been observed.
Orientation
Oblique course to the anterolateral aspect of the proximal tibia, with firm attachments to the lateral meniscus, thus enveloping the inferior lateral geniculate artery and vein.
Insertion
On the anterolateral tibia, grossly located midway between Gerdy's tubercle and the tip of the fibular head. Definitely separate from the iliotibial band (ITB).
Nerve Supply
Vascular Supply
Composition
Function
Given its structure and anatomic location, the ALL is hypothesized to control internal tibial rotation and thus to affect the pivot shift phenomenon.
Resources
References
- ↑ Steven Claes, Evie Vereecke, Michael Maes, Jan Victor, Peter Verdonk, Johan Bellemans. Anatomy of the anterolateral ligament of the knee. Journal of Anatomy, 2013; 223 (4): 321
- ↑ Robert LaPrade. Robert LaPrade, M.D., PhD Tests the Anterolateral Ligament (ALL). Available from: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L0_Bgyl6G4o [last accessed 12/09/14]
- ↑ mysportsdoc. Anterolateral Ligament of the Knee Surgical Repair. Available from: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Dnx9uK7qYQ [last accessed 12/09/14]