Orthopaedic examination - femur Flashcards

1
Q

What can be easily palpated on the femur?

A

The condyle of the distal femur
The greater trochanter of the proximal femur

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2
Q

Which muscles are cranial to femur?

A

quadriceps femoris

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3
Q

Which muscles are lateral to femur?

A

Tensor fascia lata, biceps femoris

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4
Q

Which muscles are caudal to femur?

A

semimembranosus and semitendinosus

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