Overview of the Lower Limb COPY Flashcards
What two muscle groups make up the gluteal region?
Superficial muscle group
Deep muscle group
What muscles are contained within the superficial gluteal group?
Gluteus maximus
Gluteus medius
Gluteus minimus
Tensor fascia latae
What are the functions of the superficial gluteal group?
Extensor of thigh
Abductor of thigh
Medial rotator of thigh
What nerves innervate the muscles within the superficial gluteal group?
Inferior gluteal nerve - innervates gluteus maximum
Superior gluteal nerve - everything else
What muscles are contained within the deep gluteal group?
Piriformis
Obturator internus
Gemelli
Quadratus femoris
What are the functions of the deep gluteal group?
Laterally rotate thigh
Hip stabiliser
What nerves innervate the deep gluteal group?
Nerves from sacral plexus
Nerves enter and exit the pelvis and perineum through what?
Greater and lesser sciatic foramen
In which quadrant of the gluteal region should an injection be given?
Superior lateral
The sciatic nerve is comprised of which branches?
Tibial nerve
Common fibular nerve
Where does the sciatic nerve normally separate?
Distal third of posterior thigh
Which branch of the sciatic nerve is more lateral and smaller?
Common fibular nerve
What is contained within the femoral triangle?
Femoral nerve
Femoral artery
Femoral vein
Lymphatics
The femoral sheath envelopes what?
Femoral artery
Femoral vein
Lymphatics
What is done to relieve compartment syndrome in an emergency?
Fasciotomy
What compartments are found in the thigh?
Anterior
Medial
Posterior
What compartments are found in the leg?
Anterior
Posterior
Lateral