Muscles of the posterior thigh Flashcards
Where does the short head of the biceps femoris attach?
- the femur
- join the long head to form a tendon that attaches on the tibia
What muscles make up the hamstrings?
- Semitendinosus
- Semimembranosus
- Biceps femoris
What muscle is this?
Biceps femoris
Where does the semitendinosus muscle attach proximally and distally?
- ischial tuberosity
- posterior tibia
Where do the hamstrings originate from?
The ischial tuberosity
What structure is highlighted here?
The oblique popliteal ligament
Identify the long head of biceps femoris and the short head of biceps femoris
What muscle is this?
Semimembranosus
What is the action of the muscles in the posterior thigh?
hip extension
and knee flexion
What muscle is this?
semitendinosus
Where does the long head of the biceps femoris attach?
- ischial tuberosity
- lateral fibula
What are the muscles in the posterior thigh known as?
The hamstrings
The short head of biceps femoris is a muscle in the posterior thigh. Does it extend the hip?
No, it only flexes the knee
