Ligament Anatomy
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Ligament Anatomy

Introduction Ligaments are fibrous tissues that connect bones to other bones in the body. They are made up of collagen fibers, ground substances, and cells. Collagen fibers provide strength and flexibility, while the ground substance lubricates and cushions the ligament. Cells include fibroblasts, myofibroblasts, and endothelial cells. Ligaments can be classified based on their location…

Posterior Cruciate Ligament
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Posterior Cruciate Ligament

What is the Posterior Cruciate Ligament? The posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) is one of the four major ligaments of the knee joint, along with the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), medial collateral ligament (MCL), and lateral collateral ligament (LCL). It is a strong ligament situated within the knee that connects the femur to the tibia, helping…