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Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, 1972;54:1444-1450.
© 1972 by The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, Inc

The Biceps Femoris Tendon and Its Functional Significance

JOHN L. MARSHALL D.V.M., M.D.1, FAKHRY G. GIRGIS M.D., PH.D.1, and RUSSELL R. ZELKO M.D.1

1 From the Department of Sports Medicine, The Hospital for Special Surgery and The Department of Anatomy, Cornell University Medical College, New York City

Thirty-one knees were dissected to determine the detailed anatomy of the biceps tendon. Findings regarding the expansions of the superficial, middle, and deep layers of the tendon, and the insertions, differed from previous descriptions. The possible functional contributions of the biceps tendon to lateral knee stability were determined. The most important is the support furnished by the direct tibial attachment of the superficial and deep layers as the knee progresses in flexion.


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