Last update: Dec 4th, 2017

Popliteus Muscle – Attachments, Actions & Innervation

Popliteus Muscle

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Attachments of Popliteus Muscle: Origin & Insertion

Origin: (proximal attachments):
Lateral surface of lateral condyle of femur.

Insertion: (distal attachments):
Proximal posterior surface of tibia; just above the soleal (popliteal) line.

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Actions of Popliteus Muscle on the leg:

a. Flexes leg at knee.

b. Medially rotates leg at knee.

Nerve to Muscle and its Spinal Segment:

Tibial nerve (L4, L5, S1).

Overview:

Test yourself while observing the Popliteus Muscle

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