The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is a band of dense connective tissue which courses from the femur to the tibia. It consists of type I (90%) and type III collagen [1] . The length of ACL …

Jan 9, 2025 · The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the two cruciate ligaments that stabilize the knee joint. The ACL arises from the anteromedial aspect of the intercondylar area …

Oct 30, 2023 · The primary function of the ACL is to prevent posterior displacement of the femur on a fixed tibia or anterior displacement of the tibia on the femur. Additionally, during flexion, …

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of a pair of cruciate ligaments (the other being the posterior cruciate ligament) in the human knee. The two ligaments are called "cruciform" …

Functional anatomy of the anterior cruciate ligament. Fibre bundle actions related to ligament replacements and injuries. The Journal of bone and joint surgery.

Nov 17, 2023 · The anterior cruciate ligament is one of the two cruciate ligaments that aids in stabilizing the knee joint. It is the most commonly injured ligament in the knee, commonly …

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is a band of dense connective tissue which courses from the femur to the tibia. The ACL is a key structure in the knee joint, as it resists anterior tibial …

Jul 24, 2023 · The ACL is a band of specialized connective tissue located in the knee joint that connects the femur and the tibia. They are predominantly made up of collagen fibers, which …

Dec 3, 2024 · Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). Your ACL connects your femur to your tibia, toward the front. It’s the most commonly injured knee ligament. Posterior cruciate ligament …

Mar 21, 2025 · The Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) is a key ligament located in the knee joint, connecting the femur (thigh bone) to the tibia (shin bone). It provides stability by preventing …