Posterior Thigh- Hamstrings

Question 1

What are the names of the hamstrings?

Answer 1

Biceps femoris (long head)

Semitendinous

Semimembranous

Question 2

What are the actions of the hamstrings?

Answer 2

Extends hip

Flexes knee

Medially rotates leg

Question 3

Which nerve innervates the posterior thigh muscles?

Answer 3

The sciatic nerve

Question 4

Identify structures 1-4

Answer 4

1- Semitendinous

2- Semimembranous

3- Long head of biceps femoris

4- Short head of biceps femoris