Thigh - Fascial Compartments

Fascial Compartments

In cross-section, the thigh is divided up into three fascial compartments. These compartments use the femur as an axis, and are separated by tough connective tissue membranes (or septa). Each of these compartments has its own blood and nerve supply, and contains a different group of muscles.

• Medial fascial compartment of thigh, adductor
• Posterior fascial compartment of thigh, flexor, hamstring
• Anterior fascial compartment of thigh, extensor

Overall, the leg (lower limb) consists of seven interior bones:

• Hip;
• Femur;
• Patella;
• Tibia;
• Fibula;
• Tarsal;
• Metatarsal;
• Phalanges