Lower Appendage Bones

These flashcards cover the key concepts related to the anatomy of the lower appendage bones as discussed in the lecture.

What are the three bones that make up the hip bone (os coxa)?

Ilium, Ischium, and Pubis.

What structure do the ilium, ischium, and pubis meet at?

Acetabulum.

What is the name of the superior part of the ilium?

Iliac Crest.

What is the anterior superior iliac spine?

A spine located on the anterior and superior part of the ilium.

What is the significance of the obturator foramen?

It allows passage for some muscles in the hip area.

What is the longest bone in the body?

Femur.

What are the greater and lesser trochanters?

Projections on the femur, with the greater trochanter being on the proximal lateral side and the lesser trochanter on the medial side.

What is the intercondylar fossa?

A depression found between the medial and lateral condyles on the posterior aspect of the femur.

What are the two major bones in the lower leg?

Tibia and Fibula.

What is the tibial tuberosity?

A bump on the anterior surface of the tibia.

What are the medial and lateral malleolus?

The medial malleolus is on the tibia (medial bone), and the lateral malleolus is on the fibula (lateral bone).

What is the base and apex of the patella?

The base is the proximal portion, while the apex is the distal portion of the patella.

What are the seven tarsal bones?

Talus, Calcaneus, Navicular, Medial Cuneiform, Intermediate Cuneiform, Lateral Cuneiform, and Cuboid.

What bone articulates with the hallux?

Metatarsal one.