vastus intermedius

Question 1

vastus intermedius position

Answer 1

lies between VM & VL and deep to rectus femoris

Question 2

vastus intermedius origin

Answer 2

upper 2/3 of anterior and lateral surfaces of the femur

Question 3

vastus intermedius insertion

Answer 3

blends with tendon of rec fem, VM & VL
base of patella
anterior part of lateral tibial condyle

Question 4

vastus intermedius direction of fibres

Answer 4

inferiorly, medially

Question 5

vastus intermedius actions

Answer 5

extends the knee

Question 6

vastus intermedius functions

Answer 6

getting up from a chair, climbing stairs

Question 7

vastus intermedius nerve supply

Answer 7

femoral nerve L2, L3, L4