What is ligament of Humphrey?

The ligament of Humphrey is a fibrous structure in the knee, specifically located in the posterior part of the joint. It runs between the lateral and medial menisci and is sometimes considered a remnant of the embryonic development of the knee. This ligament plays a role in stabilizing the menisci during knee movement, although its clinical significance is often debated. It is named after the British surgeon William Humphrey, who described it in the 19th century.