Thigh muscles Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
Q
List the muscles of the anterior compartment of the thigh
A
Iliopsoas
- psoas major
- iliacus
Quads
-vastus medialis
- vastus intermedialis
- vastus lateralis
- recuts femoris
Sartorius
2
Q
Which pat of the body has larger and more powerful muscles
A
Lower limb
3
Q
How long is the neck of the femur
A
5cm long
4
Q
What degree does the femur neck form an angle with the sharft
A
115 - 140
5
Q
What is the normal angel for femoral alignment
A
125°
6
Q
What is meant by anteversion
A
Increased angle
7
Q
What is meant by retro version
A
Decreased angel
8
Q
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