Thigh

Definition

The thigh is the part of the lower limb located between the hip joint and the knee in human anatomy. It consists primarily of a single large bone, the femur, which is the longest and strongest bone in the body.

Related terms

Femur:

The femur is the only bone located within the thigh and serves as its main structural component, connecting the hip to the knee.

Quadriceps: A group of four muscles located at the front of the thigh, responsible for extending or straightening the knee.

Hamstrings:

A collection of three muscles on the back of the thigh that are involved in bending or flexing the knee