FEMORAL

TRIANGLE

• Location

Top of the anterior surface of the thigh.

Bordered laterally by Sartorius, superiorly by the Inguinal ligament, and medially by Adductor longus.

• Description

The area contains these superficial structures:

-  Inguinal lymph nodes

- Femoral nerve

- Femoral vein

- Femoral artery

- Saphenous vein

• Treatment Considerations

Care should be taken not to apply pressure to this site.

Light pressure treatment of the area is recommended.