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Although technically not part of the thigh, the patella, or kneecap, is included in this region as well. Figure 9: Right femur, anterior and posterior views A. Femur Landmarks / Markings : ï· Head: Rounded region at the proximal end of the femur; articulates with the acetabulum of the os coxa.
the bone of the arm (brachium) the humerus articulates proximally with the scapula at the glenoid fossa; it articulates distally with the radius and ulna at the elbow joint. lateral epicondyle. a knob-like projection on the lateral side of the humerus proximal to the capitulum.