W2 - Popliteus, Popliteus Fossa

Question 1

Name the proximal distal attachment sites for the popliteus muscle of the knee

Answer 1

Proximal
Lateral femoral condyle

Distal
Posterior surface of proximal tibia

Question 2

What nerve supplies the popliteus muscle of the knee

Answer 2

Tibial nerve L4 to S1

Question 3

What are the borders for the popliteal fossa

Answer 3

Lateral borders: biceps femoris, lateral head of gastrocnemius

Medial borders: semimembransosu, semitendinosus, medial head of gastrocnemius

Floor: popliteal surface of femur

Roof: fascia and skin

Question 4

What is within the popliteal fossa

Answer 4

Popliteal artery and vein
Common peroneal and tibial nerves
Lymph nodes and fat