The quadriceps Flashcards
1
Q
Features of the vastus lateralis?
A
The most lateral of the quadriceps
Origin is the greater trochanter at the femur
Insertion is the Tibial tuberosity via patella tendon
Action is extends the knee
2
Q
Features of the vastus medialis?
A
The most medial quadricep
Origin is the medial lip of the linea aspera (head of femur bone)
Insertion is the tibial tuberosity via patellar tendon
Action is extends the knee
3
Q
Features of the vastus intermedius?
A
Deepest quadricep
Origin is the proximal two-thirds of the anterior surface of the femur
Insertion is the tibial tuberosity via patellar tendon
Action is extends the knee
