Medial intermuscular septum of thigh
Medial Intermuscular Septum of Thigh[edit | edit source]
The medial intermuscular septum of the thigh is a fibrous structure that separates the muscles of the medial compartment of the thigh. It plays an important role in maintaining the structural integrity and function of the thigh muscles.
Anatomy[edit | edit source]
The medial intermuscular septum is a thick, fibrous band that extends from the linea aspera of the femur to the adductor tubercle. It runs along the medial aspect of the thigh, dividing it into two compartments - the anterior and posterior compartments.
The anterior compartment contains the adductor longus, adductor brevis, and gracilis muscles. These muscles are responsible for adduction of the thigh, which is the movement of bringing the thigh towards the midline of the body.
The posterior compartment contains the adductor magnus and the hamstring muscles - semitendinosus, semimembranosus, and biceps femoris. These muscles are responsible for extension of the thigh and flexion of the knee.
Function[edit | edit source]
The medial intermuscular septum serves several important functions:
1. Compartmentalization: It separates the muscles of the anterior and posterior compartments of the thigh, preventing them from interfering with each other's function. This allows for efficient and coordinated movement of the thigh.
2. Structural support: The septum provides structural support to the muscles of the thigh, helping to maintain their position and alignment. This is particularly important during activities that involve high forces, such as running or jumping.
3. Muscle stabilization: The septum helps to stabilize the muscles of the thigh, preventing excessive movement or displacement during contraction. This ensures optimal muscle function and reduces the risk of injury.
Clinical Significance[edit | edit source]
The medial intermuscular septum is rarely a source of clinical concern. However, in some cases, it can become thickened or fibrotic, leading to a condition known as medial intermuscular septal fibrosis. This can cause pain, restricted movement, and muscle dysfunction in the affected area.
See Also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
|
WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia |
| Let Food Be Thy Medicine Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates |
Translate this page: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
தமிழ்,
తెలుగు,
Urdu,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
বাংলা
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
Greek,
português do Brasil,
polski,
română,
русский,
Nederlands,
norsk,
svenska,
suomi,
Italian
Middle Eastern & African
عربى,
Turkish,
Persian,
Hebrew,
Afrikaans,
isiZulu,
Kiswahili,
Other
Bulgarian,
Hungarian,
Czech,
Swedish,
മലയാളം,
मराठी,
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ,
ગુજરાતી,
Portuguese,
Ukrainian
Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
