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Which bursa is located between the quadriceps tendon and the anterior femur, superior to the patella?
Which bursa is located between the tendon of the popliteus muscle and the lateral femoral condyle?
Which bursa is located between the tendon of the medial head of the gastrocnemius muscle and the medial femoral condyle?
Which bursa is located below the patella?
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Which bursae are either extensions of the capsule's synovium or communicate with the synovial lining of the joint capsule through small openings?
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Bursa Locations and Functions
- The suprapatellar bursa is situated between the quadriceps tendon and the anterior femur, located superior to the patella.
- The popliteal bursa (or lateral bursa) is found between the tendon of the popliteus muscle and the lateral femoral condyle.
- The semimembranosus bursa is positioned between the tendon of the medial head of the gastrocnemius muscle and the medial femoral condyle.
- The infrapatellar bursa is located below the patella, providing cushioning and reducing friction during movement.
- Certain bursae are either direct extensions of the joint capsule's synovium or have communication with the synovial lining through small openings, facilitating movement and reducing friction.
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Test your knowledge on the bursae of the knee joint and their role in preventing degenerative forces. Learn about the suprapatellar, subpopliteal, and gastrocnemius bursae in this informative quiz.
