Lower Limb - Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia (1)

Question 1

What is the Fascia Lata?

Answer 1

This is another name for the deep fascia of the thigh. It is continous inferiorly with the deep fascia of the leg.

Question 2

What are the proximal and distal attachments of the iliotibial tract?

Answer 2

Proximal: iliac tubercle (of iliac crest)
Distal: anterolateral tibial tubercle

Question 3

What comprises the iliotibial tract?

Answer 3

This is a broad band of fibers formed by the conjoint aponeurosis of two muscles: the tensor of fascia lata, and the gluteus maximus. The iliotibial tract forms the lateral part of the fascia lata (deep fascia of the leg).

Question 4

Name the compartments of the thigh.

Answer 4

Anterior, Medial, Posterior.

Question 5

What is the saphenous opening of the fascia lata?

Answer 5

This is a hiatus in the fascia lata inferior to the medial part of the inguinal ligament. It is closed by the cribriform fascia (Fascia cribrosa), which is a sieve-like membrane that allows passage of lymphatics and the great saphenous vein.

Question 6

Name the compartments of the leg.

Answer 6

Anterior (dorsiflexor), Lateral (fibular), Posterior (plantarflexor).