Lower Flashcards
(21 cards)
Functions of the pelvis gridle
- attach lower limb to axial skeleton
- transmits the weight of the upper body to the lower limbs
- support visceral organs of the pelvis
- lacks mobility of pectoral girdle but far more stable
Where do many nerves & blood vessels pass to anogenital area?
lesser scatic notch
When sitting, where does the weight go?
ischial tuberosities
When resting hands on hips, what are resting them on?
illiac crest
True or False: the posterior superior illiac spine is easily felt through the skin and visible in thin individuals
False, the anterior superior illiac spine
The ________ is a sesamoud bone enclosed in the (quadriceps) _____ ; protects ________ joint & improves leverage of ______ muscles
patella; tendon; knee; thigh
How much of the total height does the femur take?
1/4
True or False: The femur is the single bone of the thigh
True
Which part of the femur is called the “broken hip,” meaning it is the weakest part of the bone?
The neck
What’s another name for shinbone?
tibia
The tibia receives weight of the body from ________ and transmit to ______
femur and foot
______ & ______ _____ articulate with corresponding condyles on femur
medial; lateral condyles
What’s another name for the Fibula?
pin
Which end is the lateral malleolus on the fibula?
distal end
What does the later malleolus form?
conspicuous ankle bulge and serves as a key point
Does the fibula bear weight?
yes
Does the body of the foot support body weight?
yes
True or False: lever to propel body forward
true
How many bones in the tarsals?
7
Which tarsal bone support primarily?
Talus and Calcaneus
Which part of the Calcaneus that touches the ground?
calcaneal tuberosity
