Agonist actions of the muscles of the knee complex Flashcards
1
Q
Sagittal plane (flexion) the muscle
A
Biceps femoris (long and short head)
Gastrocnemius
Gracilis
Popliteus
Sartorius
Semimembranosus
Semitendinosus
2
Q
Sagittal plane (Extension) the muscle
A
Rectus femoris
Vastus intermedius
Vastus lateralis
Vastus medialis
3
Q
Transverse plane (external rotation)
A
Biceps femoris (long and short head)
Tensor fascia latae
4
Q
Transverse plane (internal rotation)
A
Gracilis
Popliteus
Sartorius
Semimembranosus
Semitendinosus