Gluteal Region
Enumerate the musscles of gluteal region and their nerve supply. Gluteus Maximus, Gluteus Medius & Gluteus Minimus Write the origin, insertion and action of gluteal muscles. Write the origin, insertion ofRead More…
Medial Compartment of Thigh
Name the muscles of adductor compartment of thigh and their nerve supply. Muscles of adductor compartment of thigh and their nerve supply are as follows: • Gracilis – Anterior division of obturatorRead More…
Obturator Nerve
What is the origin & root value of Obturator nerve? Origin: Obturator nerve arises from lumbar plexus. Root value: It is formed by ventral division of the ventral rami of L2, L3,Read More…
Deep Fascia of Thigh- Fascia Lata
Describe the attachments of Deep Fascia of Thigh (Fascia Lata). WATCH VIDEO ON FASCIA LATA [CLICK HERE] Deep fascia of thigh ( Fascia Lata) is a tough fibrous sheath that envelops the wholeRead More…
Femoral, Profunda Femoris Arteries
What is the origin and course of Femoral artery? Origin: Femoral artery is continuation of external iliac artery at midinguinal point. Course: It enters the thigh by passing behind the inguinal ligament.Read More…
Anterior Compartment of Thigh
Write the origin, insertion, action and nerve supply of Muscles acting only on hip joint. Write the origin, insertion, action and nerve supply of Muscles acting on both hip and knee joint.Read More…
Femoral nerve
What is the origin and root value of femoral nerve? WATCH VIDEO ON FEMORAL NERVE [CLICK HERE] Origin : Femoral nerve is the largest branch of lumbar plexus. Root value: Dorsal divisionRead More…
Adductor canal
What is the location and extent of Adductor canal? WATCH VIDEO ON ADDUCTOR CANAL [CLICK HERE] It is also known as subsartorial canal or Hunter’s canal. Location and extent It isRead More…
Femoral Sheath
Describe formation, compartments and contents of Femoral sheath. WATCH VIDEO ON FEMORAL SHEATH &FEMORAL HERNIA [Click Here] It is a funnel shaped fascial sheath that surrounds the upper part of femoral vesselsRead More…
Femoral Triangle
Name the structures forming boundaries of femoral triangle. WATCH THE VIDEO ON FEMORAL TRIANGLE on Youtube [Click Here] Femoral triangle: It is a triangular depression located below the inguinal ligament in the upperRead More…