Knee ligaments play an important role in the stability of the knee. Knee is a diarthrodial joint. It is a superficial joint and large weight-bearing joint. Because of this, it is exposed to multiple forces throughout the day. Inherently knee joint is not very stable, owing to its constituent articular surface which allows for rotation as […]
Anatomy
Blood Supply of Talus and Its Significance
Blood supply of talus was described in detail first by Wildenauer in 1950. Since then many researchers have contributed. Talus is one of the few bones where the outcome of injury is affected due to injury to a unique pattern of the blood supply. Avascular necrosis of the talus is common after the injuries […]
Cubital Fossa or Antecubital Fossa Anatomy
Cubital fossa is a triangular depression on the anterior aspect of the elbow marked by the flexion crease of the elbow. it contains passage of vital structures and the landmark anatomy is used in clinical measurements.
Elbow Joint Anatomy and Significance
The elbow joint is made up of three bones, the humerus, ulna, and radius. Elbow joint connects the proper arm to the forearm. It is a synovial joint structurally but functionally is a hinge joint. Elbow joint allows flexion and extension. There are actually three joints at the elbow. Humeroulnar joint – Hinge joint formed […]
Muscles of Hip
Muscles of the hip joint are those muscles that cause movement in the hip. The muscles of the hip consist of four main groups. Gluteal Group The gluteal muscles cover the lateral surface of the ilium and include Gluteus maximus Gluteus medius Gluteus minimus Tensor fasciae latae Adductor group This group includes Adductor brevis Adductor […]
Hand Anatomy and Function
The hand is the distal functional tool of the upper limb an important organ for day-to-day functions. It is designed for grasping, for precise movements and serving as a tactile organ. Hand anatomy is complex and intricate. This enables hands to do gross as well as precise functions. A total of 27 bones constitute the […]
Spaces of Hand – Anatomy and Significance
Spaces of hand are formed by fascia and fascial septae. Fascia and fascial septae of the hand are arranged in such a manner that many spaces are formed. These spaces are important as they can get infected and distended with pus. Important spaces of the hand are Palmar Spaces Pulp space of fingers. Midpalmar space […]
Muscles of Hand and Wrist
There are two groups of muscles of hand – extrinsic muscles and intrinsic muscles. Intrinsic muscles of the hand are those muscles which are located within the hand itself, in contrast to extrinsic muscles which originate proximally in the forearm and insert into the hand by long tendons. Extrinsic muscles are responsible for crude movements […]
Gluteal Region Anatomy and Significance
The gluteal region is an anatomical area located posteriorly to the pelvic girdle, at the proximal end of the femur. In approximate terms, it can be called the area of buttocks. There are two gluteal regions, left and right. The muscles in this region move the lower limb at the hip-joint. Cutaneous Nerves, Vessels and […]
Popliteal Fossa Anatomy and Contents
The popliteal fossa [sometimes called knee pit] is a diamond-shaped depression lying behind the knee joint, covering the lower part of the femur, and the upper part of the tibia. Boundaries of Popliteal Fossa It becomes easier to understand the landmarks when we visualize looking at the fossa from behind. The boundaries or borders of […]