Before starting the dissection, review the following surface structures (on yourself, a classmate, or a patient, but not on the cadaver).

Thigh, Knee, and Leg

Surface Landmarks Medial condyle of the femur Lateral condyle of the femur Patella Medial condyle of the tibia Lateral condyle of the tibia Tibial tuberosity Head of the fibula Tensor fasciae latae Sartorius Rectus femoris Vastus lateralis Vastus medialis Quadriceps tendon Patellar ligament Biceps femoris tendon Semitendinosus Tibialis anterior Peroneus longus Gastrocnemius Soleus Iliotibial tract

Overview