Thigh
In humans the thigh is the area between the pelvis and buttocks and the knee. Anatomically, it is part of the lower limb.
Related Topics:
Human - Pelvis - Buttock - Knee - Lower limb
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There is one bone in the thigh called the femur. This bone is very thick and strong (due to the high proportion of cortical bone), and forms a ball and socket joint at the hip, and a condylar joint at the knee.
Related Topics:
Bone - Femur - Joint - Hip
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