Anterior atlantoaxial ligament

The anterior atlantoaxial ligament is a strong membrane, fixed above the lower border of the anterior arch of the atlas; below, to the front of the body of the axis.

It is strengthened in the middle line by a rounded cord, which connects the tubercle on the anterior arch of the atlas to the body of the axis. It is a continuation upward of the anterior longitudinal ligament.

Anatomical relations
The anterior atlantoaxial ligament is situated anterior to the longus capitis muscle.