Anatomy L17 - Osteology of the Lower Extremity Flashcards
1
Q
What is the clinical relevance of the PSIS?
A
The PSIS is the surface marking palpated during bone marrow extraction
2
Q
What is the muscle attachment for the hamstring muscles?
A
Hamstring muscles insert onto the condyles of the tibia
3
Q
What is the muscle attachment for the head of the fibula?
A
Biceps femoris inserts onto the head of fibula
4
Q
What anatomical surface marking is associated with Osgood Schlatter?
A
Inflammation of the patellar ligament (bone to bone) at the tibial tuberosity due to repetive use injury is the cause of Osgood-Schlatter disease.
5
Q
Where does the Achille’s tendon insert?
A
calcaneal tuberosity
