Muscles name/ origin and insertion

Front

What is the origin of the sternocleidomastoid muscle?

Back

Sternum and Clavicle

Front

Where does the brachialis muscle originate from?

Back

Distal half of the humerus

Front

Which muscle extends the thigh?

Back

Semimembranosus

Front

What muscle is responsible for dorsiflexion of the foot?

Back

Tibialis Anterior

Front

Where does the latissimus dorsi muscle insert?

Back

Humerus

Front

What is the primary function of the biceps brachii?

Back

Flexion of the elbow and supination of the forearm.

Front

What is the origin of the rectus femoris muscle?

Back

Anterior inferior iliac spine (AIIS) and superior margin of the acetabulum.

Front

Which muscle is involved in shoulder abduction?

Back

Deltoid.

Front

What is the insertion point of the gastrocnemius muscle?

Back

Calcaneus via the Achilles tendon.

Front

What muscle is responsible for flexing the knee?

Back

Hamstrings (including biceps femoris, semitendinosus, and semimembranosus).