Lower Limb Anatomy

Front

What is the head of the femur?

Back

The rounded proximal end of the femur that articulates with the acetabulum of the pelvis, forming the hip joint.

Front

What is the lesser trochanter?

Back

A small, conical projection on the femur located on the medial side, serving as an attachment point for muscles.

Front

What is the tibia?

Back

The larger and stronger of the two bones in the lower leg, commonly known as the shinbone, which supports weight and forms the knee and ankle joints.

Front

What is the neck of the femur?

Back

The region just below the head of the femur, connecting the head to the shaft, and is a common site for fractures.

Front

What is the medial condyle of the tibia?

Back

The rounded projection on the medial side of the tibia that articulates with the femur at the knee joint.

Front

What is the linea aspera?

Back

A prominent ridge on the posterior surface of the femur that serves as an attachment site for muscles.

Front

What is the intercondylar fossa?

Back

A deep notch between the condyles of the femur that allows for the passage of ligaments and is important for knee stability.

Front

What is the patella?

Back

Also known as the kneecap, it is a small, flat bone that protects the knee joint and improves the leverage of the thigh muscles.

Front

What is the fibula?

Back

The smaller of the two bones in the lower leg, located laterally to the tibia, providing stability to the ankle.

Front

What is the greater trochanter?

Back

A large, bony prominence on the femur that serves as an important muscle attachment site.