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What muscle is responsible for unlocking the extended knee in preparation for flexion?
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What terms could be used with a muscle that is associated with the chin costalis popliteus cleido genio nuchal?
muscles of the pharynx could be used with a muscle that is associated with the chin costalis popliteus cleido genio nuchal.
What can I use to treat a pain behind my knee?
Most commonly, feeling a pain behind the knee is related directly to the Popliteus muscle. The Popliteus muscle is a very small muscle located behind the knee and should be checked by a doctor.
What calf muscle help you stand?
Every muscle in the back of the calf (with the exception of the popliteus) helps to raise you up on your tip toes.
What muscle is located in the posterior part of the knee joint and is responsible for turning the tibia inward during full flexion?
The popliteus
Do you have a muscule in your knee?
Yes, the quadriceps muscle is a group of four muscles located in the front of the thigh that plays a major role in knee extension. The quadriceps muscles connect to the kneecap and help stabilize and provide movement for the knee joint.
Which muscle acts to medially rotate the tibia?
I believe it is the semitendinosus, semimembranosus and popliteus muscles.
What muscle does the last 10 degrees of knee extension?
The muscle primarily responsible for the last 10 degrees of knee extension is the popliteus muscle. It is a small muscle located at the back of the knee joint and helps to unlock the knee by internally rotating the tibia on the femur.
What unlocks the knee joint for flexion?
The knee joint is unlocked for flexion primarily by the action of the popliteus muscle. When the popliteus contracts, it rotates the femur slightly on the tibia, allowing the knee to flex. This muscle acts to "unlock" the joint from its extended position, enabling smooth movement during bending. Additionally, the collateral ligaments and other soft tissues also play a role in stabilizing the knee during this process.
What muscles act in plantar flexion?
popliteus is not involved in plantarflexion...its involved in leg flexion
What muscles are involved in knee flexion?
The muscles involved in knee flexion are the hamstrings, gastrocnemius, and popliteus.
What muscles are used for knee internal rotation?
The muscles used for knee internal rotation include the popliteus, semitendinosus, semimembranosus, gracilis, sartorius, and semitendinosus muscles. These muscles work together to rotate the knee inwards.
