CH 13: Muscles of the Quads and Hamstrings Flashcards
1
Q
Need to know ID, Origin, Insertion, and Action: Rectus Femoris
A
Origin: AIIS
Insertion: tibial tuberosity and patella
Action: leg extension and thigh flexion
2
Q
Need to know ID and Action: Vastus Lateralis
A
Action: leg extension
3
Q
Need to know ID and Action: Vastus Medialis
A
Action: leg extension
4
Q
Need to know ID and Action: Vastus intermedius
A
Action: leg extension
5
Q
Need to know ID and Action: Biceps Femoris
A
Action: knee flexion and hip extension
6
Q
Need to know ID and Action: Semitendinosus
A
Action: knee flexion and hip extension
7
Q
Need to know ID and Action: Semimembranosus
A
Action: knee flexion and hip extension
