title: The anatomy of the extensor mechanism.
abstract: The complex function of the extensor mechanism demands knowledge of not only its anatomic structures but of their balanced relationships as well. An awareness of a layer concept of tissue orientation is helpful in understanding surgical access as well as the normal function of the decelerator mechanism. This awareness is a prerequisite to the evaluation and treatment of mechanical disorders.
authors.affiliation: Hughston Orthopaedic Clinic, Columbus, GA 31995.
authors.forename: G C
authors.initials: GC
authors.lastname: Terry
mesh_terms: D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D001842:Bone and Bones / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000098:blood supply / Q000502:physiology; D006801:Humans; D007719:Knee Joint / Q000033:anatomy & histology* / Q000098:blood supply / Q000502:physiology; D008023:Ligaments, Articular / Q000033:anatomy & histology* / Q000098:blood supply / Q000502:physiology; D009131:Muscle, Smooth, Vascular / Q000033:anatomy & histology* / Q000098:blood supply / Q000502:physiology; D010329:Patella / Q000033:anatomy & histology* / Q000098:blood supply / Q000502:physiology; D013710:Tendons / Q000033:anatomy & histology* / Q000098:blood supply / Q000502:physiology