quadricep muscles Flashcards
1
Q
what is the origin of rectus femoris
A
straight head- AIIS
reflected head- superior pocket of hip
2
Q
what is the insertion of all quadricep muscles
A
tibial tuberosity
3
Q
what is the action of all quadricep muscles
A
knee extension
4
Q
what is the origin of vastus medialis
A
medial lip of linea aspra
intertrochanter line of femur
5
Q
what is the origin of vastus lateralis
A
lateral lip of linea aspra
intertrochanter line of femur
6
Q
what is the origin of vastus intermedialis
A
anterior upper 2 thirds of femur
