Anatomy Muscles of the Lower Limb Flashcards
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Which muscles make up the hamstring group?
Answer: Biceps femoris, semitendinosus, semimembranosus
The hamstrings consist of biceps femoris (long and short heads), semitendinosus, and semimembranosus.
The tensor fasciae latae inserts via which structure?
Answer: Iliotibial (IT) band
The tensor fasciae latae inserts via the iliotibial band (IT band) to the lateral condyle of the tibia.
Which nerve innervates the tibialis anterior?
Answer: Deep peroneal (fibular) nerve
The deep peroneal (fibular) nerve innervates the tibialis anterior and other anterior compartment muscles of the leg.
Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the gluteus medius?
Answer: Hip extension
The gluteus medius abducts and medially rotates the thigh and stabilizes the pelvis; hip extension is the primary role of the gluteus maximus.
Where do the three hamstring muscles (excluding short head of biceps) originate?
Answer: Ischial tuberosity
The long head of biceps femoris, semitendinosus, and semimembranosus all originate from the ischial tuberosity.
The soleus muscle differs from the gastrocnemius in that it:
Answer: Does not cross the knee joint
Unlike the gastrocnemius, the soleus originates from the tibia and fibula and does not cross the knee joint.