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Nov 05 2013

(Video Inside) More on the Anterolateral Ligament (ALL)

The anterolateral ligament of the human knee: an anatomic and histologic study.

Abstract

PURPOSE:

The functional anatomy of the knee is frequently studied but remains incompletely understood. Numerous authors have described a structure in the lateral knee connecting the lateral femoral condyle with the lateral meniscus and tibial plateau. The goal of this study is to define the incidence, anatomy, and histology of this structure, the anterolateral ligament.

METHODS:

The incidence of the ligament was determined in 30 consecutive patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty (TKA) for medial compartment osteoarthritis. The anatomy and histology were evaluated using 10 cadaveric knees.

RESULTS:

The anterolateral ligament was noted to be present in all 40 knees. In all cases, it was noted to take origin near or on the popliteus tendon insertion and insert into the lateral meniscus and tibial plateau 5 mm distal to the articular surface and posterior to Gerdy’s Tubercle. The average width of the relatively flat structure was 8.2 ± 1.5 mm, and the average length was 34.1 ± 3.4 mm. Histologic analysis revealed a discreet structure with a fibrous core surrounded by synovium. Fibers blended with the popliteus at its origin and with the lateral meniscus as it passed distally.

CONCLUSIONS:

The anterolateral ligament may play a role in preventing anterior tibial translation. The role, if any, of this structure in meniscal stability and the pathology of meniscal tears remain unclear.

LEVEL OF EVIDENCE:

Not applicable-Descriptive Anatomic Study.

Testing of the Anterolateral Ligament (ALL)

Surgical repair of the ACL and ALL

Written by Robert Libbey, RMT · Categorized: Blog, Research

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Course Lessons

Introduction

  • Shoulder Watch Me First!

Section One

  • Shoulder Section 1 – Anatomy Discussion

Section Two

  • Shoulder Section 2 – Anatomy Discussion

Section Three

  • Shoulder Section 3 – Anatomy Discussion

Section Four

  • Shoulder Section 4 – Anatomy Discussion

Conclusion

  • Conclusion to the Shoulder Course

Bonus Material

  • Shoulder Bonus Material – Full Treatment 1 Hr

Lessons

  • Knee Introduction
    • Watch Me First!
    • Welcome to the Knee Course
    • History, Principles & Research Supporting the Theory of L.A.S.T.
    • Ligament Referral Patterns for the Knee
    • Knee Course – Neurophysiological Model for Referred Pain
    • Understanding Pain Science and Your Practice
  • Knee Section 1
    • Technique for Popliteal Fascia
    • Technique for Posterior Meniscus
    • Technique for Anterior Meniscus
  • Knee Section 2
    • Technique for Medial Collateral Ligament
    • Technique for Lateral Collateral Ligament
  • Knee Section 3
    • Technique for General Cruciate Ligaments
    • Technique for Anterior Cruciate Ligament
    • Technique for Posterior Cruciate Ligament
  • Knee Section 4
    • Technique for Articularis Genu
    • Technique for Patellar Ligament & Infra-Patellar Fat Pad
    • (Bonus Video) Technique for Proximal Tibiofibular Joint
    • (Bonus Video) Technique for the Fibula
  • Knee Section 5 – Conclusion
    • Conclusion to the Knee Course
    • Online Knee Exam
    • Knee Ligament Pain Referral Pattern Posters
  • Knee Section 6 – Treatment Section – Vanessa
    • Vanessa Interview
    • Vanessa Assessment
    • Vanessa Pre-Treatment Gait
    • Vanessa Treatment
    • Vanessa Post-Treatment Gait
    • Vanessa Post-Treatment Interview

Lessons

  • Leg & Foot Introduction
    • Leg & Foot Watch Me First!
    • Welcome to the Leg & Foot Course
    • Leg & Foot History, Principles & Research Supporting the Theory of L.A.S.T.
    • Ligament Referral Patterns for the Leg & Foot
    • Leg & Foot – Neurophysiological Model for Referred Pain
    • Understanding Pain Science and Your Practice
  • Leg & Foot Section 1
    • Calcaneus (Boot Jack) Technique
    • Technique for General Talocrural Joint
    • Technique for Talus Anterior
    • Technique for Talus Posterior
  • Leg & Foot Section 2
    • Technique for General Tarsals & Metatarsals
    • Technique for MTP/PIP/DIP
  • Leg & Foot Section 3
    • Technique for Proximal Tibiofibular Joint
    • Technique for the Fibula
    • Technique for Interosseous Membrane
  • Leg & Foot Section 4
    • Technique for Dorsiflexors of the Foot/Pretibial Fascia
    • Technique for Plantar Flexors of the Foot
    • Technique for Plantar Connective Tissue
  • Leg & Foot Section 5 – Conclusion
    • Conclusion to the Leg & Foot Course
    • Online Leg & Foot Exam
    • Ligament Pain Referral Pattern Posters
  • Leg & Foot Section 6 – Treatment Section
    • Michelle – Pre Treatment Interview
    • Michelle – Pre Treatment Assessment
    • Michelle – Full Treatment 1 Hr
    • Michelle – Post Treatment Assessment
    • Michelle – Post Treatment Interview

Lessons

  • Shoulder Introduction
    • Shoulder Watch Me First!
    • Welcome to the Shoulder Course
    • Shoulder History, Principles & Research Supporting the Theory of L.A.S.T.
    • Ligament Referral Patterns for the Shoulder
    • Shoulder – Neurophysiological Model for Referred Pain
    • Understanding Pain Science and Your Practice
  • Shoulder Section 1
    • Shoulder Section 1 – Anatomy Discussion
    • Technique for Anterior Cervical Fascia
    • Technique for SCM
    • Technique for Anterior Sternoclavicular Joint Capsule/Ligament
    • Technique for Posterior Sternoclavicular Capsule/Ligament
    • Technique for Interclavicular Ligament
  • Shoulder Section 2
    • Shoulder Section 2 – Anatomy Discussion
    • Technique for Costoclavicular Ligament/ Upper Mediastinum
    • Technique for for Rib 1
    • Technique for Subclavious
    • Technique for Coracoclavicular Ligaments (Conoid & Trapazoid)
  • Shoulder Section 3
    • Shoulder Section 3 – Anatomy Discussion
    • Technique for Pectoralis Minor, Coracobrachialis & Short Head Biceps
    • Technique for Pectoralis Major
    • Technique for Long Head Biceps
    • Technique for Teres Major & Minor
    • Technique for Glenohumeral Capsule Disengagement
  • Shoulder Section 4
    • Shoulder Section 4 – Anatomy Discussion
    • Technique for Restoring the Bucket-Handle Motion of the Ribs
    • Technique for Respiratory Diaphragm
  • Shoulder Section 5 – Conclusion
    • Conclusion to the Shoulder Course
    • Shoulder Online Shoulder Exam
    • Shoulder Ligament Pain Referral Pattern Posters
  • Shoulder Section 6 – Treatment Section
    • Shoulder – Bonus Material – Pre-Treatment Interview
    • Shoulder Bonus Material – Full Treatment 1 Hr
    • Shoulder Bonus Material – Post-Treatment Interview

Course Lessons

  • Shoulder Introduction
    • Shoulder Watch Me First!
    • Welcome to the Shoulder Course
    • Shoulder History, Principles & Research Supporting the Theory of L.A.S.T.
    • Ligament Referral Patterns for the Shoulder
    • Shoulder – Neurophysiological Model for Referred Pain
    • Understanding Pain Science and Your Practice
  • Shoulder Section 1
    • Shoulder Section 1 – Anatomy Discussion
    • Technique for Anterior Cervical Fascia
    • Technique for SCM
    • Technique for Anterior Sternoclavicular Joint Capsule/Ligament
    • Technique for Posterior Sternoclavicular Capsule/Ligament
    • Technique for Interclavicular Ligament
  • Shoulder Section 2
    • Shoulder Section 2 – Anatomy Discussion
    • Technique for Costoclavicular Ligament/ Upper Mediastinum
    • Technique for for Rib 1
    • Technique for Subclavious
    • Technique for Coracoclavicular Ligaments (Conoid & Trapazoid)
  • Shoulder Section 3
    • Shoulder Section 3 – Anatomy Discussion
    • Technique for Pectoralis Minor, Coracobrachialis & Short Head Biceps
    • Technique for Pectoralis Major
    • Technique for Long Head Biceps
    • Technique for Teres Major & Minor
    • Technique for Glenohumeral Capsule Disengagement
  • Shoulder Section 4
    • Shoulder Section 4 – Anatomy Discussion
    • Technique for Restoring the Bucket-Handle Motion of the Ribs
    • Technique for Respiratory Diaphragm
  • Shoulder Section 5 – Conclusion
    • Conclusion to the Shoulder Course
    • Shoulder Online Shoulder Exam
    • Shoulder Ligament Pain Referral Pattern Posters
  • Shoulder Section 6 – Treatment Section
    • Shoulder – Bonus Material – Pre-Treatment Interview
    • Shoulder Bonus Material – Full Treatment 1 Hr
    • Shoulder Bonus Material – Post-Treatment Interview

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