Buttock popliteal

Buttock Popliteal is a term used in the field of Anatomy to refer to the region of the body that encompasses the buttock and the popliteal area. The buttock is the posterior part of the human pelvis, while the popliteal area, also known as the Popliteal Fossa, is the shallow depression located at the back of the knee joint.

Anatomy of the Buttock

The buttock is composed of the Gluteal Muscles, which are a group of three muscles that make up the buttocks: the Gluteus Maximus, Gluteus Medius, and Gluteus Minimus. These muscles are responsible for movement of the hip and thigh, standing up from a sitting position, climbing stairs, and maintaining balance while standing.

Anatomy of the Popliteal Fossa

The popliteal fossa, also known as the 'knee pit', is a diamond-shaped depression located at the back of the knee joint. It is bordered by several muscles including the Biceps Femoris and the Semimembranosus. The fossa contains important neurovascular structures such as the Popliteal Artery and the Popliteal Vein.

Clinical Significance

The buttock popliteal region is of clinical significance in various medical fields. In Orthopedics, it is important in the assessment of lower limb injuries and diseases. In Neurology, the sciatic nerve, which passes through this region, can be affected by conditions such as Sciatica. In Vascular Surgery, the popliteal artery and vein in this region are often accessed for procedures.

See Also

• Gluteal Muscles
• Popliteal Fossa
• Sciatica
• Orthopedics
• Neurology
• Vascular Surgery