Intercondylar fossa

Definition

The intercondylar fossa is a deep notch located between the two condyles at the posterior side of the femur bone in the thigh. It serves as a site for muscle and ligament attachments and plays a key role in knee joint movement.

Related terms

Femur:

The longest and strongest bone in the human body, serving as the thigh bone and supporting the weight of the body.

Condyle:

A rounded prominence at the end of a bone, often part of a joint, involved in articulation with another bone.

Ligament: A fibrous connective tissue that connects bones to other bones, providing stability and support to joints