The client is complaining of pain in the lower part of the abdomen and hip. Which ligament attaches the rectus abdominus muscle to the pubic bone?
A) Henle's ligament
B) Cruciate ligaments
C) Arcuate ligament
D) Medial ligament
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The Henle's ligament attaches the rectus abdominus muscle to the pubic bone. The arcuate ligament connects the diaphragm with the lowest ribs and first lumbar vertebrae. The cruciate ("cross-shaped") ligaments of the knee arise from the femur and attach to the tibia at the knee. The medial ligament is a large, fan-shaped ligament on the medial side of the ankle.
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