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What is the primary function of the extensor digitorum longus muscle?
What is the primary function of the extensor digitorum longus muscle?
- Dorsiflexion of the ankle
- Extension of digits two through five (correct)
- Flexion of the toes
- Eversion of the foot
Which muscle in the anterior compartment of the leg is primarily responsible for dorsiflexion?
Which muscle in the anterior compartment of the leg is primarily responsible for dorsiflexion?
- Tibialis anterior (correct)
- Gastrocnemius
- Tibialis posterior
- Soleus
Which muscles in the lateral compartment of the leg primarily assist in eversion of the foot?
Which muscles in the lateral compartment of the leg primarily assist in eversion of the foot?
- Peroneus longus and peroneus brevis (correct)
- Flexor hallucis longus and tibialis anterior
- Flexor digitorum longus and extensor digitorum longus
- Soleus and gastrocnemius
What important structure is the medial meniscus attached to?
What important structure is the medial meniscus attached to?
What action is primarily performed by the flexor muscles in the posterior compartment of the leg?
What action is primarily performed by the flexor muscles in the posterior compartment of the leg?
Which muscle serves as the main extensor for the big toe?
Which muscle serves as the main extensor for the big toe?
What action is indicated by plantar flexion?
What action is indicated by plantar flexion?
Which tendon is commonly associated with the muscle group responsible for plantar flexion at the ankle?
Which tendon is commonly associated with the muscle group responsible for plantar flexion at the ankle?
Which muscle is primarily responsible for the eversion of the foot?
Which muscle is primarily responsible for the eversion of the foot?
What is the main action performed by the achilles tendon?
What is the main action performed by the achilles tendon?
Which of the following muscles is located in the lateral compartment of the leg?
Which of the following muscles is located in the lateral compartment of the leg?
Identify the muscle that attaches to the big toe and is found laterally in the leg.
Identify the muscle that attaches to the big toe and is found laterally in the leg.
Which muscle is considered a major flexor located deep to the gastrocnemius?
Which muscle is considered a major flexor located deep to the gastrocnemius?
Which muscle's main function includes aiding in the flexion of the ankle and toes?
Which muscle's main function includes aiding in the flexion of the ankle and toes?
What is the primary function of the fibularis longus muscle?
What is the primary function of the fibularis longus muscle?
Which muscle is included in the posterior compartment of the leg and assists in plantar flexion?
Which muscle is included in the posterior compartment of the leg and assists in plantar flexion?
Which of the following best describes the knee joint?
Which of the following best describes the knee joint?
What is the common insertion point of the sartorius, gracilis, and semitendinosus muscles called?
What is the common insertion point of the sartorius, gracilis, and semitendinosus muscles called?
Which ligaments are classified as cruciate ligaments of the knee?
Which ligaments are classified as cruciate ligaments of the knee?
Which structure is correctly matched with its function related to the knee joint?
Which structure is correctly matched with its function related to the knee joint?
Which condyles are associated with the knee joint?
Which condyles are associated with the knee joint?
What type of joint is described by its diarthrotic nature?
What type of joint is described by its diarthrotic nature?
Which of the following ligaments primarily assists in preventing forward movement of the tibia?
Which of the following ligaments primarily assists in preventing forward movement of the tibia?
What role do the menisci play in the knee joint?
What role do the menisci play in the knee joint?
Study Notes
Knee Joint Anatomy
- Medial Meniscus & Medial Collateral Ligament are attached and damaging one can injure the other.
- Patellar Ligament connects the Patella (Kneecap) to the Tibial Tuberosity.
- Plantar Flexion involves pointing toes downwards; Dorsiflexion involves pointing toes upwards.
- Extensor Muscles are responsible for Dorsiflexion; Flexor Muscles are responsible for Plantar Flexion.
Leg Muscles
- Tibialis Anterior muscle is located on the medial side of the tibia.
- Extensor Hallucis Longus muscle inserts on the big toe.
- Extensor Digitorum Longus muscle inserts on digits 2-5.
- Fibularis Longus & Brevis are involved in eversion of the foot, turning the foot laterally.
- Gastrocnemius is the calf muscle responsible for plantar flexion, while the Soleus is deep to it.
- Plantaris muscle is similar to the Palmaris Longus in the forearm and connects to the calcaneus.
- Flexor Hallucis Longus is located laterally in the leg but inserts on the medial big toe.
- Tibialis Posterior muscle attaches to the medial foot and is responsible for helping to invert the foot.
Knee Joint Structure
- Sartorius, Gracilis, and Semitendinosus muscles come together to form the Pes Anserine tendon, which attaches to the medial tibia.
- Knee joint is diarthrotic, meaning it's mobile and a hinge joint.
- Distal femur sits on the tibial plateau of the tibia.
- The knee joint is covered in a fibrous capsule.
- Extrinsic ligaments of the knee joint are found on either side.
- Intrinsic ligaments are also present within the knee joint.
Knee Joint Ligaments
- Fibular Collateral Ligament (Lateral Collateral Ligament) connects the femur to the fibula.
- Medial Collateral Ligament (Tibial Collateral Ligament) connects the femur to the tibia.
- Cruciate Ligaments cross and are named based on their inferior attachment.
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) connects the posterior femur to the anterior tibia.
- Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) connects the posterior femur to the posterior tibia.
- Menisci are found between the femur and tibia.
- Lateral Meniscus is located on the lateral side of the knee.
- Medial Meniscus is located on the medial side of the knee.
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Test your knowledge on the anatomy of the knee joint and the various muscles of the leg. This quiz covers essential connections, functions, and the roles of major ligaments and muscles involved in movement. Perfect for students of anatomy or anyone interested in human physiology!
