Leg Muscles

Front

What is the hamstring group?

Back

The hamstring group consists of three muscles located at the back of the thigh: semitendinosus, semimembranosus, and biceps femoris.

Front

Which muscle is not part of the hamstring group?

Back

Sartorius is not part of the hamstring group.

Front

Where are the hamstrings located in relation to the body?

Back

The hamstrings are located on the posterior side of the body.

Front

What muscles make up the quadriceps?

Back

The quadriceps consist of four muscles: vastus medialis, vastus intermedius, vastus lateralis, and rectus femoris.

Front

Identify muscle E: Fibularis longus, Tibialis anterior, Extensor digitorum longus, Gastrocnemius, Soleus.

Back

Muscle E is Soleus.

Front

What is the function of the gastrocnemius muscle?

Back

The gastrocnemius muscle plantar flexes the foot and is involved in movements like jumping and running.

Front

What is the primary action of the hamstrings?

Back

The primary action of the hamstrings is to flex the knee and extend the hip.

Front

What is the role of the quadriceps muscles?

Back

The quadriceps muscles primarily extend the knee.

Front

Where is the gastrocnemius muscle attached?

Back

The gastrocnemius muscle is attached to the femur and calcaneus.

Front

What is plantar flexion?

Back

Plantar flexion is the movement that increases the angle between the foot and the leg, such as pointing the toes.