The popliteal fossa (also referred to as hough or kneepit in analogy to the cubital fossa) is a shallow depression located at the back of the knee joint. The bones of the popliteal fossa are the femur and …

Apr 19, 2023 · The popliteal vein runs up the back of the knee and carries blood from the lower leg to the heart. Sometimes, a blood clot, or a thrombosis, can block this important vein.

Your popliteal artery travels from your lower thigh to your upper calf, behind your knee. It’s a continuation of your femoral artery and a key supplier of oxygen-rich blood to your knee, calf and foot.

Nov 6, 2025 · The popliteal fossa is a diamond shaped area located on the posterior aspect of the knee. It is the main path by which vessels and nerves pass between the thigh and the leg. In this article, we …

Sep 18, 2025 · During gait, it plays a key role by unlocking the fully extended knee to initiate flexion. Unlike the other muscles in this compartment, which mainly act on the ankle, the popliteus is the only …

The floor of the fossa is formed by the Popliteal surface of the Femur, the capsule of the Knee reinforced by the oblique Popliteal ligament and, the Popliteus muscle covered by its Fascia [1].

Aug 14, 2025 · The popliteal region, commonly known as the back of the knee, is an anatomical crossroads. It facilitates essential connections between the thigh and the lower leg, supporting …

Popliteal artery entrapment syndrome, also called PAES, is an uncommon condition that affects the main artery behind the knee. That artery is the popliteal artery. In this condition, the calf muscle is in …

The popliteal fossa is the space behind your knee; and even though it may not look like much from the outside, it’s actually a complex region, delimited by muscles and fascia, and it contains a lot of …

Popliteus is a triangular shaped muscle that is found deep in the popliteal fossa at the back of the knee, just below the joint. Often overlooked, it plays a very important role in knee function, both in …