Ligament Longitudinal

Longitudinal ligament, also known as l. longitudinum, is one of the main ligaments on the inner surface of the knee joint. It connects the femur and tibia, providing a strong support for the knee joint and providing stability during walking, running and other physical activities.

The anatomical structure of the longitudinal ligament is as follows:

It consists of dense fibrous tissue consisting of collagen and elastic fibers. These fibers provide high strength to the ligament and its resistance to stretching.

The longitudinal ligament has three main sections: anterior, posterior and internal. Each of these sections connects to the other through muscle tendons that control movement of the hip and knee.

Functions of the longitudinal ligament: - Ensuring stability of the knee joint; - Protecting joints from injury and damage; - Participation in movements

Longitudinal ligament: anatomy and main functions

**Longitudinal ligament** is a ligament located inside the pelvic joint. It connects the femur (thigh bone) and the pelvis, providing stability and balance during movement. The longitudinal ligament is of utmost importance for the normal function of human joints and it is not for nothing that it occupies a significant place in human anatomy and physiology. Structure and functions of the longitudinal ligament *Longitudinal ligaments* belong to the group of arch stabilizer ligaments. These organs are not directly supplied with blood, and their fibers do not contain nutrients. Blood flows to them through capillaries, which are located in the connective tissue. The composition of different ligaments includes various proteins and polysaccharides: collagens, mucopolysaccharides, and specific hyaline proteins. Inside each ligament there are vessels, nerve fibers, synoves