Thigh Anatomy Quiz
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What are the boundaries of the femoral triangle?

  • Inguinal ligament, sartorius muscle, and adductor longus. (correct)
  • Sartorius muscle, rectus femoris, and iliopsoas.
  • Adductor longus, pectineus, and iliopsoas.
  • Inguinal ligament, gluteus maximus, and vastus medialis.

Which structure is NOT contained within the femoral triangle?

  • Popliteal artery (correct)
  • Femoral artery
  • Femoral vein
  • Femoral nerve

What is the primary content of the adductor canal?

  • Femoral artery
  • Saphenous nerve (correct)
  • Obturator nerve
  • Femoral nerve

Which muscle does NOT form the boundaries of the adductor canal?

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Where is the femoral triangle located?

<p>Inferior to the true pelvis. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the primary functions of the muscles found in the anterior compartment of the thigh?

<p>Extensors of the knee (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What anatomical feature separates the compartments of the thigh?

<p>Intermuscular septa (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle group is primarily located in the medial compartment of the thigh?

<p>Adductors of the hip (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many compartments is the thigh divided into?

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Which compartment of the thigh contains the quadriceps muscle?

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Which muscle is located in the anterior compartment of the thigh?

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Which of the following muscles is NOT part of the anterior compartment of the thigh?

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What is the primary function of the muscles in the anterior compartment of the thigh?

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Which muscle in the anterior compartment of the thigh assists with hip flexion?

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Which one of these muscles is part of the quadriceps group in the anterior compartment?

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What muscle is indicated by the term 'Sartorius'?

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Which muscle is primarily responsible for adduction of the thigh?

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Which of the following muscles is NOT part of the adductor group?

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The Pectineus muscle is primarily located in which part of the body?

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What is a common action performed by the Sartorius muscle?

<p>Flexion of the hip and knee (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the psoas major muscle?

<p>Flexing the hip joint (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle works in conjunction with the psoas major as an adductor?

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What is NOT a function of the iliacus muscle?

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Which action is most directly associated with both the psoas major and iliacus muscles?

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What anatomical characteristic identifies the psoas major muscle?

<p>It runs vertically along the spine (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle is part of the adductor group and is known for its long shape?

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Which of the following adductor muscles is the smallest in the group?

<p>Adductor brevis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which adductor muscle is the largest and has a significant contribution to hip movement?

<p>Adductor magnus (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Among the following options, which muscle is not typically classified under the adductor thigh muscles?

<p>Quadriceps femoris (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle is specifically referred to in its 'adductor part' nomenclature?

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Flashcards

Anterior Compartment of Thigh

This compartment of the thigh contains muscles that primarily flex the hip and extend the knee. It's responsible for powerful movements used in activities like running, kicking, and jumping.

Muscles of Anterior Compartment

The muscles within the anterior compartment of the thigh are responsible for flexing the hip and extending the knee, allowing for crucial movements like walking, running, and kicking.

Quadriceps Femoris

The quadriceps femoris is a large muscle group on the front of the thigh, responsible for extending the knee (straightening the leg).

Rectus Femoris

One of the four muscles that make up the quadriceps femoris, it's also the only one that crosses both the hip and knee joint.

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Vastus Muscles

These are the other three muscles of the quadriceps femoris. They focus on knee extension without hip involvement.

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Femoral Triangle

A triangular region in the upper thigh, located superior to the sartorius muscle, containing important structures like blood vessels and nerves.

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Boundaries of Femoral Triangle

The boundaries of the femoral triangle include the inguinal ligament (superior), sartorius muscle (lateral), and adductor longus muscle (medial).

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Contents of Femoral Triangle

The femoral triangle contains key anatomical structures like the femoral artery, femoral vein, femoral nerve, and deep inguinal lymph nodes.

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Adductor Canal

A tunnel-like structure in the thigh, located medial to the femur. It begins at the apex of the femoral triangle and extends distally, ending in the adductor hiatus.

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Contents of Adductor Canal

The adductor canal contains the femoral artery, femoral vein, saphenous nerve, and a few other minor structures.

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Thigh Compartments

The thigh is divided into three compartments: anterior, medial, and posterior. These compartments are separated by intermuscular septa, which are sheets of connective tissue that extend from the deep fascia into the femur.

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Anterior Compartment Muscles

The anterior compartment of the thigh contains the quadriceps femoris muscle group, responsible for extending the knee.

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Medial Compartment Muscles

The medial compartment muscles primarily function as adductors of the hip, bringing the leg towards the midline of the body.

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Intermuscular Septa

These are sheets of connective tissue that separate the three compartments of the thigh.

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Posterior Compartment Muscles

This compartment contains muscles that primarily flex the knee and extend the hip, responsible for movements like kicking and walking.

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Sartorius

The longest muscle in the body, located on the anterior (front) of the thigh. It flexes the hip and rotates the thigh laterally, and also flexes the knee.

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Adductor Magnus

A powerful muscle located on the medial (inner) side of the thigh. It adducts (brings together) the thigh and also assists with hip extension and knee flexion.

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Pectineus

A small, flat muscle located on the anterior (front) side of the thigh. It assists in flexing the hip and adducting (bringing together) the thigh.

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Gracilis

A long, thin muscle located on the medial (inner) side of the thigh. It adducts (brings together) the thigh and also assists in flexing the knee.

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Psoas Major (Adductor part)

The adductor part of the psoas major muscle assists in hip adduction, bringing the thigh towards the midline. It's smaller than the flexor part and contributes to a less powerful adduction movement.

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Iliacus

The iliacus muscle, attached to the iliac fossa, is a powerful hip flexor. It works alongside the psoas major to bring the thigh towards the chest.

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Psoas Major (Flexor part)

The flexor part of the psoas major is the main muscle responsible for hip flexion, bringing the thigh towards the abdomen. It's a powerful muscle, crucial for walking, running, and other movements.

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Hip Adduction

Hip adduction is the movement of the thigh towards the body's midline. Imagine bringing your legs together.

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Hip Flexion

Hip flexion is the movement of the thigh towards the abdomen, bending at the hip joint. Imagine bringing your knee towards your chest.

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Adductor Longus

A muscle in the medial compartment of the thigh that adducts (moves towards the midline) and flexes the thigh. It also assists with medial (inward) rotation of the thigh.

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Adductor Brevis

A muscle in the medial compartment of the thigh that adducts and flexes the thigh. It sits deeper than adductor longus and is shorter.

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Adductor Part

The specific part of the adductor magnus muscle that contributes to adduction (drawing the thigh towards the midline) of the thigh.

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Medial Compartment of the Thigh

One of the three compartments of the thigh, which contains muscles primarily responsible for adduction and medial (inward) rotation of the thigh. These muscles can be found on the medial side of the thigh, closest to the body.

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Study Notes

Frontal & Medial Of The Thigh

  • The thigh is divided into three compartments by intermuscular septa extending from deep fascia into the femur.
  • The anterior compartment contains extensors of the knee.
  • The medial compartment contains adductors of the hip.
  • The posterior compartment contains both flexors of the knee and extensors of the hip (hamstrings).
  • The femoral triangle lies superiorly in the anterior compartment of the thigh.
  • The adductor canal, also known as the subsartorial canal, is an intramuscular passage lying inferior to the femoral triangle.

Objectives

  • Students should list the muscles of the anterior compartment of the thigh.
  • Students should describe the anatomy of the anterior compartment muscles (origin, insertion, nerve supply, and actions).
  • Students should list the muscles of the medial compartment of the thigh.
  • Students should describe the anatomy of the medial compartment muscles (origin, insertion, nerve supply, and actions).
  • Students should describe the anatomy of the femoral triangle and adductor canal (site, boundaries, and contents).

Superficial Structures of the Anterior Thigh

  • The saphenous opening is a significant landmark.
  • Superficial arteries, the saphenous vein, and cutaneous nerves are present.
  • Branching from superficial arteries, the Saphenous opening, and cutaneous nerves are important findings in this area.

Anterior & Medial Compartment Muscles - Detailed Breakdown of Individual Muscles

  • Quadriceps femoris: Origin: anterior inferior iliac spine; vastus intermedius: front of the femur shaft; vastus medialis: posterior border of the femur; vastus lateralis: posterior border of the femur (linea aspera). Insertion: into the patella, then through the patellar ligament to the tibial tuberosity. Action: extension of the knee joint.
  • Sartorius: Origin: anterior superior iliac spine. Insertion: upper part of the medial surface of the tibia. Action: flexion, abduction, and lateral rotation of the hip joint; flexion of the knee joint.
  • Pectineus: Origin: superior pubic ramus. Insertion: back of the femur (below lesser trochanter). Action: flexion and adduction of the hip joint.
  • Iliopsoas (Iliacus and Psoas Major): Origin: lumbar spine and iliac fossa. Insertion: lesser trochanter of the femur. Action: flexion of the hip joint.
  • Adductor longus, brevis, magnus (adductor part), and gracilis: Origin: various sites on pubis and ischium. Insertion: posterior border of the femur (linea aspera) and upper part of medial surface of tibia. Action: adduction of the hip joint. Gracilis also flexes the knee joint. The nerve supply for these muscles is the obturator nerve.

Femoral Triangle

  • Site: Upper one-third of the front of the thigh.
  • Boundaries: Base: inguinal ligament; lateral: medial border of the sartorius; medial: medial border of the adductor longus.
  • Roof: Skin and fasciae (superficial and deep).
  • Floor: From medial to lateral (adductor longus, pectineus, psoas major, iliacus).
  • Contents: Femoral vein, femoral artery, femoral nerve, deep inguinal lymph nodes.

Adductor Canal

  • Definition: Intramuscular passage of a fascial envelope for femoral artery and vein.
  • Site: Middle one-third of the front of the thigh.
  • Extent: From apex of the femoral triangle to the adductor hiatus (in the adductor magnus).
  • Boundaries: Roof: Sartorius; Floor: Adductor longus and Magnus.

References

  • Gray's Anatomy for Students - Second edition.
  • Clinically Oriented Anatomy, Keith L. Moore - Sixth edition.
  • Netter's Clinical Anatomy, Second edition.

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