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What structure primarily connects the lower limb to the trunk?
What structure primarily connects the lower limb to the trunk?
Which of the following accurately describes the segments of the lower limb?
Which of the following accurately describes the segments of the lower limb?
How many phalanges are present in the foot?
How many phalanges are present in the foot?
Which bone is not part of the leg segment of the lower limb?
Which bone is not part of the leg segment of the lower limb?
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What is located distally to the ankle joint?
What is located distally to the ankle joint?
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Which area of the lower limb is primarily seen from a posterior view?
Which area of the lower limb is primarily seen from a posterior view?
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Which group of bones forms the foot segment?
Which group of bones forms the foot segment?
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Which bone serves as the primary bone of the proximal segment of the lower limb?
Which bone serves as the primary bone of the proximal segment of the lower limb?
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Which joint is characterized by limited movements in the pelvic girdle?
Which joint is characterized by limited movements in the pelvic girdle?
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What types of movements are primarily associated with the knee joint?
What types of movements are primarily associated with the knee joint?
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Which transition area in the lower limb corresponds to the cubital fossa in the upper limb?
Which transition area in the lower limb corresponds to the cubital fossa in the upper limb?
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Which of the following movements is NOT associated with the hip joint?
Which of the following movements is NOT associated with the hip joint?
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What kind of joint movement is primarily restricted at the tibio-fibular joints?
What kind of joint movement is primarily restricted at the tibio-fibular joints?
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Which ankle joint movement is explicitly mentioned in relation to its functional capabilities?
Which ankle joint movement is explicitly mentioned in relation to its functional capabilities?
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In which region does the hip joint primarily allow movement?
In which region does the hip joint primarily allow movement?
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Which transition area includes the femoral triangle?
Which transition area includes the femoral triangle?
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How many bones are present in the lower limb?
How many bones are present in the lower limb?
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Which region is specifically referred to as the back of the thigh?
Which region is specifically referred to as the back of the thigh?
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What is the total number of major arteries in the lower limb?
What is the total number of major arteries in the lower limb?
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Which of the following is NOT a component of the lower limb?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the lower limb?
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How many major nerves are associated with the lower limb?
How many major nerves are associated with the lower limb?
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What is the term for the area at the back of the knee?
What is the term for the area at the back of the knee?
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In terms of joints, how many joints are found in the lower limb?
In terms of joints, how many joints are found in the lower limb?
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Which of the following does the lumbosacral plexus primarily consist of?
Which of the following does the lumbosacral plexus primarily consist of?
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Which type of movement do the metatarso-phalangeal joints primarily facilitate?
Which type of movement do the metatarso-phalangeal joints primarily facilitate?
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What is the primary function of the lower limb in relation to energy consumption?
What is the primary function of the lower limb in relation to energy consumption?
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Which spinal nerves contribute to the formation of the lumbar plexus?
Which spinal nerves contribute to the formation of the lumbar plexus?
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What component combines with the anterior ramus of L5 to form the lumbosacral trunk?
What component combines with the anterior ramus of L5 to form the lumbosacral trunk?
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Which of the following nerves is a branch of the sacral plexus?
Which of the following nerves is a branch of the sacral plexus?
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Which joint allows for the movement of flexion and extension in the fingers?
Which joint allows for the movement of flexion and extension in the fingers?
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What anatomical feature is directly related to the structure of the lower limb?
What anatomical feature is directly related to the structure of the lower limb?
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What is one of the main roles of the lumbo-sacral plexus?
What is one of the main roles of the lumbo-sacral plexus?
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Study Notes
Lower Limb Regions
- The lower limb is divided into six main regions: thigh, gluteal region, knee region (Popliteal Fossa), leg, ankle retinacula, and foot.
- The thigh is located between the hip joint and knee joint.
- The gluteal region is the only part of the lower limb seen posteriorly.
- The knee region (Popliteal Fossa) is the transition between the thigh and the leg.
- The leg is located between the knee joint and the ankle joint.
- The ankle retinacula is the transition between the leg and foot.
- The foot is distal to the ankle joint.
Lower Limb Bones
- The lower limb is formed by 30 bones.
- The pelvic girdle is formed by two hip bones (right & left) and the sacrum.
- The thigh is formed by the femur.
- The leg is formed by the tibia medially and the fibula laterally.
- The foot is formed by three groups of bones: 7 tarsal bones, 5 metatarsal bones, and 14 phalanges.
Lower Limb Joints
- There are 26 joints in the lower limb (excluding intercarpal joints).
- The pelvic girdle has limited movement and allows for flexion, extension, adduction, abduction, and medial and lateral rotation.
- The hip joint connects the proximal thigh to the pelvic girdle, allowing for flexion, extension, medial and lateral rotation, and circumduction.
- The knee joint connects the proximal leg (distal to the thigh) to the thigh, allowing for flexion, extension, and medial and lateral rotations.
- The tibio-fibular joints connect the distal leg (proximal to the forearm) to the forearm, allowing for limited movement and flexion, extension, and adduction.
- The ankle joint connects the proximal hand (distal to the forearm) to the forearm, allowing for flexion, extension, adduction, abduction, and circumduction.
- The metatarso-phalangeal joints (MTPJ) connect the distal to the metacarpal bones to the fingers, allowing for flexion, extension, adduction, and abduction.
- The interphalangeal joints (IPJ) connect the phalanges and allow for flexion and extension.
Lower Limb Communication
- The lower limb is directly related to the pelvic cavity.
Lower Limb Function
- The lower limb supports the body's weight with minimal energy consumption.
- The lower limb is responsible for locomotion.
Lumbosacral Plexus
- The lumbar plexus is a somatic plexus formed by the anterior rami of spinal nerves L1 to L3 and part of L4.
- The rest of the anterior ramus of L4 and the anterior ramus of L5 combine to form the lumbosacral trunk.
- The lumbosacral trunk enters the pelvic cavity and joins with the anterior rami of S1 to S3 and part of S4 to form the sacral plexus.
- The lumbosacral plexus forms the main nerve supply of the whole lower limb.
Branches of the Lumbosacral Plexus
- Branches of the lumbar plexus include the ilio-hypogastric, ilio-inguinal, lateral cutaneous nerve of the thigh, and femoral nerve.
- Branches of the sacral plexus include the sciatic nerve, superior gluteal nerve, inferior gluteal nerve.
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Test your knowledge on the anatomy of the lower limb, including its regions, bones, and joints. This quiz covers various aspects of the thigh, knee, leg, ankle, and foot structures. Dive into the details and see how well you understand this vital part of human anatomy.
