Muscles of the Leg and Foot - Insertions Flashcards by Travis Fehr | Brainscape

Q

Popliteus insertion

A

tibia

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Q

Gastrocnemius insertion

A

calcaneus (through Achillies/calcaneal tendon)

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Q

Soleus insertion

A

calcaneus (through Achillies/calcaneal tendon)

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Q

Plantaris insertion

A

calcaneus (muscle is small [or even absent] but has a very long, thin tendon)

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