I.B.3 Gluteal Region & Thigh: Anterior Thigh

I.B.3 Gluteal Region & Thigh: Anterior Thigh: Page 3 of 3

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	Step 12: Using the Rotate tool, rotate the body to look at the posterior thigh just above the level of the knee..
	Step 13: Add the posterior thigh.

Add the extensions of the sciatic nerve.

	Step 14: Add the tibial nerve.
	Step 15: Add the sural nerve.
	Step 16: Add the common fibular nerve.

Now add the vascular supply to this area remembering the path followed by these vascular structures.

	Step 17: Add the popliteal artery.
	Step 18: Add the popliteal vein.

These structures pass through what is known as the popliteal fossa into the leg.

	Why is the popliteal fossa important?
It provides an point for assessing arterial blood flow to the leg and provides a useful palpation window to the back of the knee.