Vastus Lateralis Flashcards

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Vastus Lateralis (ORIGIN)

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Greater trochanter and lateral lip of the linea aspera of the femur

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Vastus Lateralis (INSERTION)

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Base of the patella and tibial tuberosity via the patellar ligament

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Vastus Lateralis (INNERVATION)

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Femoral nerve (L2, L3, L4)

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Vastus Lateralis (BLOOD SUPPLY)

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Lateral circumflex femoral artery and profunda femoris artery

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Vastus Lateralis (ACTION)

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Extends the leg at the knee

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