| Anterior atlantoaxial ligament | |
| Latin: | ligamentum atlantoaxialis anterius |
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.
The anterior atlantoaxial ligament is situated anterior to the longus capitis muscle.