Sciatic nerve (dave's notes) Flashcards
1
Q
What does the sciatic nerve supply?
A
The hamstring compartment, then separates into tibial and common peroneal nerves.
2
Q
Where is the sciatic nerve formed? How and where does it emerge?
A
Formed at the lower margin of piriformis, emerges into the buttock lying on the ischium
3
Q
What lies deep to the sciatic nerve?
A
Nerve to quadratus femorus
4
Q
What lies superficial to the sciatic nerve?
A
The posterior femoral cutaneous nerve
5
Q
What does the femoral nerve lie on as xxxxx?
A
Obturator internus and gemellus
6
Q
Where does the sciatic nerve divide?
A
Usually at the upper angle of the popliteal fossa
7
Q
What does the sciatic nerve supply in the thigh?
A
Motor branches to all three hamstrings, and part of adductor magnus
