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Curtin UNI Functional Anatomy > Extensors of the Knee (Quadriceps Femoris) > Flashcards

Extensors of the Knee (Quadriceps Femoris) Flashcards

Attachments and Main Action/s

1
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Rectus Femoris

A

Attachments:

Superior/Proximal: AIIS & Ilium
Inferior/Distal: Via Common Tendinous Attachments to base of Patella (Indirectly to Tibia Tuberosity)

Action:

Extends Leg at Knee Joint & Steadies Hip Joint & Helps Iliopsoas Flex Thigh

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Vastus Lateralis

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Attachments:

Superior/Proximal: Greater Trochanter & Lateral Linea Aspera
Inferior/Distal: Via Common Tendinous Attachments to base of Patella (Indirectly to Tibia Tuberosity)

Action:

Extends Leg at Knee Joint

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Vastus Medialis

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Attachments:

Superior/Proximal: Intertrochanteric Line & Medial Linea Aspera
Inferior/Distal: Via Common Tendinous Attachments to base of Patella (Indirectly to Tibia Tuberosity)

Action:

Extends Leg at Knee Joint

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Vastus Intermedius

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Attachments:

Superior/Proximal: Anterior and Lateral Shaft of Femur
Inferior/Distal: Via Common Tendinous Attachments to base of Patella (Indirectly to Tibia Tuberosity)

Action:

Extends Leg at Knee Joint

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Curtin UNI Functional Anatomy (17 decks)

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