Muscle Origins and Insertions Flashcards
1
Q
Gluteus Maximus
A
O: posterior iliac crest, sacrum, coccyx
I: gluteal tuberosity of the femur and iliotibial band
2
Q
Origin of the rectus femoris vs vastus muscles
A
ASIS vs proximal femur
I: tibial tuberosity via quad tendon
3
Q
Gastrocnemius
A
O: femoral condyles
I: achilles tendon insertion on posterior calcaneous
4
Q
Hamstrings
A
O: ischial tuberosity
I: proximal tibia