5 Questions
Which bone does the gastrocnemius muscle insert onto?
Fibula
Which of the following muscles are extensors of the leg?
Vastus medialis
Where do the flexors of the knee originate?
Knee
Which muscle inserts on the iliotibial tract and gluteal tuberosity of the femur?
Tensor fasciae latae
What is the flat muscle located under the gastrocnemius that looks like a fish?
Soleus
Study Notes
Muscle Insertions and Origins
- The gastrocnemius muscle inserts onto the calcaneus bone.
Extensors of the Leg
- The gastrocnemius and soleus muscles are extensors of the leg.
Flexors of the Knee
- The flexors of the knee originate from the posterior compartment of the thigh.
Muscle Insertions
- The tensor fasciae latae muscle inserts on the iliotibial tract and gluteal tuberosity of the femur.
Muscles of the Leg
- The plantaris muscle is a flat muscle located under the gastrocnemius that resembles a fish in shape.
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