Patella - Wikipedia
The patella (pl.: patellae or patellas), also known as the kneecap, is a flat, rounded triangular bone which articulates with the femur (thigh bone) and covers and protects the anterior articular surface of the knee joint. The patella is found in many tetrapods, such as mice, cats, birds and dogs, but not in whales, or most reptiles.
The Patella - Surface Anatomy - Functions - Dislocation
2023年1月3日 · It is classified as a sesamoid type bone due to its position within the quadriceps tendon, and is the largest sesamoid bone in the body. In this article we will look at the anatomy of the patella – its surface features, functions and clinical relevance.
Patella: Anatomy, Function, and Treatment - Verywell Health
2024年8月3日 · The patella, also known as the kneecap, protects the knee joint and helps with knee movement and extension. An injury to the patella can result in patellar tendonitis (also known as jumper's knee), dislocation, or fracture.
Anatomy, Bony Pelvis and Lower Limb, Knee Patella
2023年10月27日 · The patella is the largest sesamoid bone in the human body, located anterior to the knee joint within the tendon of the quadriceps femoris muscle (see Images. Anterior Patella and Posterior Patella). The patella has the following functions: The patella is located deep to the fascia lata and rectus femoris tendon, anterior to the knee joint.
Patella: Anatomy, function and clinical aspects - Kenhub
2023年5月25日 · The patella is the largest sesamoid bone in the body and it lies within the quadriceps tendon in front of the knee joint. The bone originates from multiple ossification centres that develop from the ages of three to six, which rapidly coalesce. The patella is a thick, flat, triangular bone with its apex pointing downwards.
Patella (Kneecap): Anatomy and Function - Cleveland Clinic
2023年6月1日 · The patella is your kneecap. It’s the bone at the front of your knee joint. It’s the biggest bone in your body embedded in a tendon (a sesamoid bone). Your patella helps your quadriceps muscle move your leg, protects your knee joint, and supports lots of important muscles, tendons and ligaments.
Patella | Radiology Reference Article | Radiopaedia.org
2024年7月20日 · The patella (plural: patellae) is the largest sesamoid bone in the human body. It lies within the quadriceps / patellar tendon and forms part of the knee joint and extensor mechanism of the knee 1. The patella is triangular in shape with a superior base and inferior apex.
What Type of Bone Is the Patella? - iCliniq
2022年8月29日 · What Is a Patella Bone? The patella, which covers the front aspect of the knee joint, is a thick, flat, triangular bone. In Latin, ‘patella’ refers to a little pan or dish. With a wide concave articular surface in the back and a rough convex surface at the front, the patella bone resembles a pan.
Patella | Complete Anatomy - Elsevier
Bone Type: Sesamoid bone. Key Features: Apex, base, articular and anterior surfaces, vertical ridge, and medial and lateral articular facets. Articulates With: Femur. Arterial Supply: Genicular anastomosis. The patella (or kneecap) is a bone found in the knee region. It’s somewhat triangular and is classified as the largest sesamoid bone.
PATELLA - Clinical Anatomy
Bone type: sesamoid bone. Location: patellofemoral joint. Anatomical areas: apex, base. Short description: The patella is the largest sesamoid bone in the body. Connections: the patella forms an articulation with the patellar surface of the distal femur. Landmarks: