térdkalap
The term "térdkalap" is the Hungarian word for the kneecap, also known medically as the patella. It is a small, triangular bone located at the front of the knee joint. The patella is a sesamoid bone, meaning it is embedded within a tendon, in this case, the quadriceps tendon. Its primary function is to increase the leverage of the quadriceps femoris muscle, enabling more efficient extension of the leg at the knee.
The térdkalap glides within a groove on the femur called the femoral trochlea. This smooth articulation allows
Injuries to the térdkalap can include fractures, dislocations, and conditions like patellofemoral pain syndrome, often referred