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Flashcards in Femoral Nerve Pathway Deck (3)
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1
Q

What is the general pathway of the Femoral nerve? (4)

A

ORIGINATES L2-L4 NERVE ROOTS, LARGEST BRANCH OF LUMBAR PLEXUS
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TRAVELS DISTALLY DEEP TO INGUINAL LIGAMENT
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OVER HIP JJ TO ANTERIOR THIGH
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DOWN MEDIAL LEG

2
Q

The Femoral nerve provides motor function to __________ flexion, and ___________ extension.

A

HIP FLEXION
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KNEE EXTENSION

3
Q

What are 3 common entrapment sites of the Femoral nerve?

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SPINE
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PSOAS
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FEMORAL CANAL (under inguinal ligament)