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In this article, I will explain the “femur” in detail.
The femur is a particularly large bone in the human skeleton and is located on the thigh. This bone supports basic movements such as walking and running, and functions as an important part of the human body. Keeping the femoral bone healthy is essential for walking and daily activities, and the large trochanter and small trochanter of the femur are particularly important parts for runners. Please use this article to deepen your understanding of the body.
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What is the femur
The femur is one of the largest bones in the human skeletal structure and is located on the thigh. It plays an important role in connecting the upper body and lower body, and is a foundation that supports basic movements such as walking and running. By referring to the human anatomy chart, it is possible to clearly understand the size and position.
How to read femur
It reads “mostly this.” This name comes from the meaning of the kanji, and it indicates a particularly large bone in the body.
Characteristics of the femur
The femur has characteristic structures such as the femoral head, large trochanter, and small trochanter that form the hip joint, and these enable various movements by cooperating with multiple muscles and joints.
Location and position of the femur
The femur is located on the thigh, and the upper part is connected to a part of the pelvis called the molar, and the lower part is connected to the knee.
It is an important bone that connects the upper body and lower body.
How to remember the femur
You can memorize the femur by imagining its position and structure. It's a good idea to think of it as a large bone at the center of the thigh that supports basic foot movements.
English and Latin for femur
They say *” Femur” in English and “Os femoris” * in Latin.
Trivia about femur
It is a particularly strong bone in the human body, and it is said that its strength exceeds that of concrete. Since it plays an essential role in walking and standing up, it is important to keep this bone strong in order to maintain health.
Tissues associated with the femur: characteristics of the trochanter trochanter and minor trochanter
The femur is the longest and toughest bone in the human body. This bone mainly supports movements such as walking, running, and jumping, and plays a role in transferring weight from the upper body to the lower body. The characteristic parts of the femur include the large trochanter and small trochanter located at the upper end. Both of these function as attachment points for muscles and tendons, and effectively support femoral movement.
The trochanter is a projection that makes up the outside of the femur and acts as an attachment point for several muscles. In particular, muscles that stabilize the outside of the leg, such as the femoral fascia tension muscle and gluteus medius muscle, are attached. These muscles play an important role in helping the legs stabilize when walking and running.
The small trochanter, on the other hand, is a relatively small protrusion located slightly inward than the large trochanter. This area is particularly known as an attachment point for the adductor femoral muscle group, and plays an important role in exercising the inside of the leg and maintaining body balance.
Tissues related to the femur: location and position of the large trochanter and minor trochanter
The trochanter is a protrusion located on the upper end of the femur, on the outside, and can be easily touched. In particular, if you touch the outside of the femur with the leg lightly open, you can feel that protrusion.
In contrast, the small trochanter is located on the inside of the trochanter, closer to the upper end of the femur than the large trochanter, but it is not as easy to touch as the large trochanter. This area is located deep within the body and is covered by muscles, so it is difficult to touch it directly.
Tissues associated with the femur: trivia about the large trochanter and minor trochanter
The large trochanter and small trochanter are particularly important parts for runners. When running or running long distances, a lot of force is applied to these parts. Appropriate training of related muscles can also help prevent injuries.
Also, the large trochanter and small trochanter are said to be parts that are prone to wear and tear with age. If you have pain in these areas, it could be a sign of a hip problem. It is important to see a medical institution and receive proper diagnosis and treatment.
Femur quiz with correct answers
Q: What is the English name for femur?
A: Femur
summary
This time, I explained the location and position of the “femur”, how to memorize it, and the English/Latin notation.
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