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What is the head of the femur?
What is the head of the femur?
The rounded proximal end of the femur that articulates with the acetabulum of the pelvis.
What is the fovea capitis?
What is the fovea capitis?
A small pit located on the head of the femur, which serves as the attachment site for the ligamentum teres.
What is the neck of the femur?
What is the neck of the femur?
The region just below the head of the femur that connects it to the shaft.
What is the greater trochanter?
What is the greater trochanter?
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What is the lesser trochanter?
What is the lesser trochanter?
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What is the gluteal tuberosity?
What is the gluteal tuberosity?
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What is the linea aspera?
What is the linea aspera?
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What is the femur?
What is the femur?
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What is the lateral epicondyle?
What is the lateral epicondyle?
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What is the patellar groove?
What is the patellar groove?
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What is the medial epicondyle?
What is the medial epicondyle?
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What is the intercondylar fossa?
What is the intercondylar fossa?
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What is the medial condyle?
What is the medial condyle?
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What is the lateral condyle?
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Study Notes
Femur Anatomy Overview
- The Head of Femur articulates with the acetabulum of the pelvis, forming the hip joint, and is spherical in shape.
- The Fovea Capitis is a small depression on the head of the femur that serves as the attachment point for the ligamentum teres, which helps stabilize the hip joint.
- The Neck of Femur connects the head to the shaft and is a common site for fractures, especially in the elderly.
Trochanters and Projections
- The Greater Trochanter is a large, protruding bony prominence on the femur, providing muscle attachment for the gluteal muscles and hip rotators.
- The Lesser Trochanter is smaller and located on the medial side of the femur, serving as an attachment site for the iliopsoas muscle, which plays a key role in hip flexion.
- Gluteal Tuberosity is located on the posterior side of the femur, serving as an attachment for the gluteus maximus muscle, important for hip extension.
Femur Shaft Characteristics
- Linea Aspera is a prominent ridge along the posterior aspect of the femur that provides attachment for various muscles and holds the shaft together, enhancing stability.
- The Femur is the longest bone in the human body, crucial for supporting body weight and facilitating movement.
Distal Femur Features
- Lateral Epicondyle is a bony projection on the outer side of the distal femur, providing attachment for ligaments and muscles.
- The Patellar Groove (or patellar surface) enables the knee cap (patella) to glide during movement and protects the knee joint.
- Medial Epicondyle is similar to the lateral epicondyle but located on the inner side, serving as another attachment site for ligaments.
Joint and Condyles
- Intercondylar Fossa is a deep notch between the medial and lateral condyles, facilitating the attachment of cruciate ligaments that stabilize the knee.
- The Medial Condyle is one of the two rounded ends at the distal femur that articulates with the tibia, playing a vital role in weight-bearing and knee motion.
- The Lateral Condyle, paired with the medial condyle, also articulates with the tibia, assisting in knee stability and movement.
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Test your knowledge on the anatomy of the femur with these flashcards. Each card covers a key part of the femur, providing definitions and functions. Perfect for students studying human anatomy or preparing for exams.
