Muscle Attachments Actions Rectus femoris Originates on the anterior inferior iliac spine and a groove superior to the acetabulum; inserts on the common tendon of the quadriceps enclosing the patella, and on the tibial tuberosity Extension of the leg at the knee joint; flexion of the hip ...
5. Knee Tendon Anatomy Tendons are often overlooked as part of knee joint anatomy. They are they soft tissues found at the end of muscles which link the muscle to bone. The main tendon found at the knee is thepatellar tendonwhich links the quads muscles to the shin bone. The knee cap ...
Anatomy of the Knee The knee joint's main function is to bend, straighten, and bear the weight of your body (together with your ankles and hips). The knee is more than just a simple hinged joint. It also twists and rotates. To do all of these things and support your body while doin...
SuprapatellarBetween the femur and tendon of the quadriceps muscle PrepatellarBetween the patella andskinSkinThe skin, also referred to as the integumentary system, is the largest organ of the body. The skin is primarily composed of the epidermis (outer layer) and dermis (deep layer). The epid...
QUADRICEPS #3 Vastus Medialis Muscle starts along the medial edge of the femur. Ends at top of Patella. Upper part hidden under other muscles. Can be palpated near the knee. Front View QUADRICEPS #4 Vastus Lateralis Muscle starts along the lateral edge of the femur Ends at top of Patella...
(as well as short-term pain that isn't disabling): If your symptoms don't go away after a week of PRICE therapy and over-the-counter anti-inflammatory pain meds, make an appointment. You might see your doctor, a physical therapist, or a sports medicine orthopedic (bone and muscle) ...
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Symptoms of muscle imbalances related to the knee can include: Pain when going up stairs. Tight or stiff quads. Tight or stiff hamstrings. Knee Osteoarthritis Knee osteoarthritisdevelops when the smooth, spongy cartilage that cushions the knee joint changes. Over time, this can cause bones to sit...
An injury to one knee area can easily lead to straining in other areas, making an overall recovery hard to initiate. For example, a serious muscle strain in the right side knee will typically lead to over-straining of the left knee. Most commonly, the injury occurs on the dominant side...
Quadriceps femoris muscle, large fleshy muscle group covering the front and sides of the thigh. It has four parts: rectus femoris, vastus lateralis, vastus medialis, and vastus intermedius. They originate at the ilium (upper part of the pelvis, or hipbon