anatomy things Flashcards
S… keeps yours pelvis off the floor
S2, 3, 4 keeps your pelvis off the floor
In the bum, where should an injection go so you are unlikely to damage anything?
The top left quadrant
What is the largest nerve in the body?
Sciatic nerve
what are the boundaries of the femoral triangle
Superior - inguinal ligament medial - adductor longus lateral - sartorius floor - iliopsoas and pectinous roof - deep fascia (facia late)
why is deep fascia useful?
helps to control infection, also help to stop muscle contracting too far - part of the musculovenous pump
what is compartment syndrome?
Increased pressure caused by swelling of tissue or increase in fluid
affects function of muscles
relieved by a scalpel
Why is short head of bicep femur not a hamstring muscle?
Because it doesn’t have the same attachment point
Why is the hip more susceptible to fracture?
Lies at a marked angle of weight baring - makes it more susceptible to fracture
