Popliteus Flashcards by AmyActs Unknown

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Origin

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Lateral surface of lateral condyle of femur

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Insertion

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Above the Soleal line of the posterior tibia

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Function

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FLEX of leg at knee joint
MED Rot of leg at knee joint (to unlock the extended knee)

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Nerve

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Tibial nerve

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