👉 The term "trochanteral" refers to a specific structure within the pelvis, specifically in relation to the anatomical structures of the hip and shoulder joints. The name "trochanteral" comes from the Latin word "trocane," which means "hinge" or "joint." It is often used to describe the area of the pelvis where the femur (hip bone) meets the tibia (shank bone) in relation to the hip joint. The tro