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Three veins serving the leg?
The three main veins serving the leg are the anterior tibial vein, posterior tibial vein, and peroneal vein. They are responsible for returning blood from the lower leg back to the heart.
What does Tibial nerve do?
Tibial nerves main function is to plantar flex and invert the foot
What is the code for arthroplasty of the tibial plateaus of both knee?
The ICD-10 code would be M96.861 for arthroplasty of the tibial plateaus of both knees.
What does the Anterior tibial drains into?
popliteal vein
Is the patella and tibial tuberosity easy to palpate?
Yes, they are.
What is the name of the bony projection on the tibial plateau?
Intercondyloid eminence
Where is the anterior tibial pulse?
It is best felt over the lateral aspect of the tibia, midway down the shin.
What are the dos and don'ts in the treatment of tibial plateau fracture?
The most important thing in treatment of a tibial plateau fracture is realizing it is there. Tibial plateau fractures are notoriously difficult to diagnose since they may not show up on an X-ray early on. Clues a tibial plateau fracture may be present include high-force mechanism of injury, more swelling than would be expected, or pain out of proportion to what you would expect on exam. As noted, identification may be difficult, so if there is high clinical suspicion with an apparently negative plain X-ray, a CT (or MRI) may be needed to identify the fracture. Once diagnosed, the knee should be immobilized in consult with an orthopedist. In most cases, outpatient follow up is appropriate with appropriate analgesia, immobilization and non-weight bearing until follow up is achieved. Pitfalls: tibial plateau fractures have a higher than normal incidence of compartment syndrome given the amount of force required to fracture the tibial plateau. Keep this in mind when making this diagnosis and be alert for signs of compartment syndrome.
The sciatic nerve is composed of what two nerves?
the common peroneal nerve and the tibial nerve:Common Peroneal Nerve, comprised of nerve fibers from L5, S1, S2, and S3.Tibial Nerve comprised of nerve fibers from L4, L5, S1, S2 and S3)
Does the tibial collateral ligament provide medial or lateral support for the knee?
The tibial collateral ligament provides medial support for the knee joint. It is located on the inner side of the knee and helps to prevent excessive sideways movement of the knee joint.
What are the two branches of the sciatic nerve?
The two branches of the sciatic nerve are the tibial nerve and the common fibular (peroneal) nerve. The tibial nerve supplies the posterior compartment of the leg, while the common fibular nerve innervates the anterior and lateral compartments of the leg and the muscles of the foot.
What is chondrosis of the medial tibial plateau?
Chondrosis of the medial tibial plateau refers to degeneration or wear and tear of the cartilage on the inner part of the top surface of the tibia (shinbone) within the knee joint. This condition can cause pain, stiffness, and limited range of motion in the knee, and may eventually lead to osteoarthritis if left untreated. Treatment may include physical therapy, medications, injections, or in severe cases, surgery.
What is tibial spiking?
Tibial spiking (spurring of tibial spines), is considered as one of the features of osteoarthritis. The other two are eburnation, and osteophytes.
What is the name of the artery that supplies blood to your leg?
The posterior tibial artery carries blood to the posterior of the leg. This artery also branches off into the fibular artery, which supplies blood to the lateral compartment of the leg.
Does the calcaneous articulate with the distal end of the tibia?
The distal tibia articulates with the talus. The proximal tibia articulates with the femur.
What four veins serve the leg?
femoral, posterior tibial, anterior tibial
Three veins serving the leg?
The three main veins serving the leg are the anterior tibial vein, posterior tibial vein, and peroneal vein. They are responsible for returning blood from the lower leg back to the heart.
