Sciatic nerve Flashcards
1
Q
Location
A
Sacral plexus, L4-S3.
Formed anterior to piriformis.
2
Q
Structure
A
Peripheral nerve, afferent and efferent neurons or motor and sensory neurons
3
Q
Function
A
Supply posterior thigh muscles
4
Q
Skin supply
A
N/A until its divisions
5
Q
Muscle supply
A
Tibial division: Semimembranosus Semitendanous Long head of biceps femoris Hamstrings portion of adductor magnus
6
Q
Where to locate
A
Inferior to piriformis
