The Bones of the Lower Limb PDF
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Horus University
Abdelrahman Abdelnasser
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This presentation provides an overview of the bones of the lower limb, including the Ilium, Ischium, Pubis, Femur, Patella, Tibia, Fibula, Tarsals, and Metatarsals. It details their function and location in the body.
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the bones of the lower limb Correlet by Abdelrahman Abdelnasser The Pelvic Girdle Ilium It is the largest bone of the pelvis and forms the upper part of it. Ischium Pubis It forms the lower front It is the lower back part p...
the bones of the lower limb Correlet by Abdelrahman Abdelnasser The Pelvic Girdle Ilium It is the largest bone of the pelvis and forms the upper part of it. Ischium Pubis It forms the lower front It is the lower back part part of the pelvis. of the pelvis. The Femur The longest and strongest bone in the body. It extends from the pelvis to the knee and forms the upper part of the leg. The Patella Known as the kneecap. It protects the knee joint and acts as a lever for the thigh muscles. The Tibia The largest bone in the lower leg. It supports weight and forms the joint with the femur at the knee. The Fibula A slender bone located next to the tibia. It provides lateral support to the leg and serves as an attachment point for muscles. Metatarsals The Tarsals Five bones It consists of seven connect the wrist bones, including the to the phalanges. calcaneus and the talus. Phalanges Bones of the toes. Thank you
