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Trochanter

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Trochanter

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

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  • 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

    • Hinge in athletic performance

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

    Other animals

  • Fourth trochanter, of archosaur leg bones
  • trochanter (arthropod leg), a segment of the arthropod leg

    • References

    Trochanter Wikipedia
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