Medical Definition of Musculus popliteus
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Origin, lateral condyle of femur; insertion, posterior surface of tibia above oblique line; action, from the fully extended and "locked" position, rotates the femur medially, on the fixed (planted) tibial plateau about 5°, "unlocking" the knee to enable flexion to occur; nerve supply, tibial.
Synonym: musculus popliteus, popliteal muscle, popliteus.
(05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Musculus Popliteus
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