Muscles of the Leg and Foot - Origins Flashcards
Popliteus
lateral condyle of femur
Gastrocnemius
condyles of femur
Soleus
tibia and fibula
Plantaris
femur
Name 4 other structures you need to know.
Extrinsic foot muscles Intrinsic foot muscles Achilles tendon (AKA calcaneal tendon) Extensor retinacula Flexor retinaculum
What muscles are intrinsic foot muscles?
Small hallucis
digitorum
digiti minimi
What is another name for the achilles tendon?
calcaneal tendon
Where are the flexors of the leg and foot located?
Located in the posterior and lateral compartments of the leg
Where do most of the flexors of the leg and foot originate?
most originate on the tibia and/or fibula
Where do the flexors of the leg and foot insert?
Insert on the foot
What is the action of the flexors of the leg and foot?
they plantar flex the ankle and flex the toes
What three flexors do you need to know specifically?
Gastrocnemius
Soleus
Plantaris
Where are the extensors of the leg and foot located?
Located in the anterior compartment of the leg
Where do most of the extensors of the leg and foot originate?
Most are located on the tibia and/or fibula
Where do the extensors of the leg and foot insert?
insert on the foot
