Femoris

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Femoris

Femoris (pronunciation: /fɪˈmɔːrɪs/) is a Latin term that refers to the femur or thigh bone, the longest and strongest bone in the human body. It is a key term in the field of anatomy and orthopedics.

Etymology

The term 'Femoris' is derived from the Latin word 'femur', which means thigh or thigh bone. It is used in various anatomical contexts, such as in the names of muscles that are attached to the femur.

Related Terms

  • Femur: The thigh bone, which is the longest and strongest bone in the human body.
  • Biceps Femoris: One of the three hamstring muscles that are located at the back of the thigh.
  • Quadriceps Femoris: A large muscle group that includes four prevailing muscles on the front of the thigh.
  • Rectus Femoris: One of the four quadriceps muscles of the human body.
  • Vastus Medialis: Part of the quadriceps muscle group, located on the inner part of the front of the thigh.
  • Vastus Lateralis: The largest part of the quadriceps femoris, located on the outer side of the thigh.
  • Vastus Intermedius: The deepest part of the quadriceps femoris, located beneath the rectus femoris.
  • Femoral Artery: The main artery that provides oxygenated blood to the tissues of the leg.
  • Femoral Nerve: The nerve that provides sensation and motor function to the thigh and leg.

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