Muscles that move the knee Flashcards
1
Q
Knee flexors
A
sartorius Gracilis Semimembranosus Semitendinosus Biceps femoris
2
Q
Knee extensors
A
Quads:
- Vastus lateralis
- Vastus medialis
- Vastus intermedius
- Rectus femoris
3
Q
Knee rotators (medial and lateral)
A
Medial rotation
Semimembranosus
Semitendinosus
Lateral rotation
Bicep femoris
4
Q
Action of popliteus
A
Minor flexor of knee
Medial flexion of tibia
