Trochanter

Updated on Oct 04, 2024

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The trochanter is an anatomical part of the femur connecting to the hip bone. It may refer to:

Human trochanter

Greater trochanter

Lesser trochanter

Third trochanter

Structure

In human anatomy, the trochanter is a part of the femur. It can refer to:

Greater trochanter

Lesser trochanter

Third trochanter

University of Oregon and USA Track and Field IAAF World Championships coach Taylor cites its contribution to maximum speed in sprint mechanics.

Fourth trochanter, of archosaur leg bones

trochanter (arthropod leg), a segment of the arthropod leg

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