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Muscles of the leg

Origins, insertions, innervation and functions of the muscles of the leg

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Muscles of the leg

Origins, insertions, innervation and functions of the muscles of the leg [18:35]

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Anterior and lateral muscles of the leg

Origins, insertions, innervation and functions of the extensor and fibularis groups. [17:24]

Posterior muscles of the leg

Origins, insertions, innervation and functions of the superficial and deep flexors. [18:25]

Functions of the popliteus muscle

Functions and anatomy of the popliteus muscle shown with 3D model animation. [03:49]

Functions of the tibialis posterior muscle

Functions and anatomy of the tibialis posterior muscle shown with 3D model animation. [06:17]

Functions of the fibularis longus muscle

Functions and anatomy of the fibularis longus muscle shown with 3D model animation. [06:36]

Functions of the gastrocnemius muscle

Functions and anatomy of the gastrocnemius muscle shown with 3D model animation. [05:54]

Functions of the soleus muscle

Functions and anatomy of the soleus muscle shown with 3D model animation. [05:39]

Functions of the plantaris muscle

Functions and anatomy of the plantaris muscle shown with 3D model animation. [08:07]

Functions of the fibularis brevis muscle

Functions and anatomy of the fibularis brevis muscle shown with 3D model animation. [06:34]

Functions of the flexor hallucis longus muscle

Functions and anatomy of the flexor hallucis longus muscle shown with 3D model animation. [08:44]

Functions of the tibialis anterior muscle

Functions and anatomy of the tibialis anterior muscle shown with 3D model animation. [06:44]

Functions of the flexor digitorum longus muscle

Functions and anatomy of the flexor digitorum longus muscle shown with 3D model animation. [10:24]

Functions of the extensor hallucis longus muscle

Functions and anatomy of the extensor hallucis longus muscle shown with 3D model animation. [07:10]

Functions of the extensor digitorum longus muscle

Functions and anatomy of the extensor digitorum longus muscle shown with 3D model animation. [09:36]

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Muscles of the leg and knee

Overview of the muscles of the leg and knee.

Articles for further reading

In this article we will discuss the gross anatomy, functional anatomy and clinical relevance of the leg muscles. Learn this topic now at Kenhub.

The anterior muscles of the leg

This article is about the muscles of the anterior compartment of the leg. Learn about their anatomy, function and clinical relevance here!

Deep posterior muscles of the leg

This article explains the anatomy, function and clinical relevance of the deep muscles of the leg. See diagrams and start learning them here at Kenhub!

Fibular/Peroneal muscles of the leg

This article covers the anatomy of the peroneal muscles (peroneus longus and brevis), their innervation, and function. Click now to learn more at Kenhub!

Gastrocnemius muscle

This article describes the anatomy, origins, insertions, functions, blood supply, and innervation of the gastrocnemius muscle. Learn this topic at Kenhub!

Fibularis/Peroneus Longus Muscle

In this article we will discuss the anatomy of the Peroneus Longus muscle, as well as its clinical relevance. Learn this topic now at Kenhub.

Popliteus Muscle

This article covers the anatomy and functions of the popliteus muscle, including clinical aspects. Learn this topic now at Kenhub!

Triceps surae muscle

This article describes the anatomy of the triceps surae muscle, including it's supply and components. Learn more about this topic at Kenhub!

Sartorius Muscle

The sartorius is a long, superficial muscle formally belonging to the thigh extensors. Learn all about origin, insertion, innervation and actions.

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Muscles of the leg and knee

Overview of the muscles of the leg and knee.

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