⭐ Popliteus Muscle Anatomy ⭐
The popliteus muscle, an often overlooked muscle of the knee, is crucial for knee stabilization and movement. Learn more about the anatomy of the popliteus below and watch the full video for a detailed explanation.
Origins:
Lateral femoral condyle
Fibrous capsule of the knee joint
Posterior horn of the knee’s lateral meniscus
Head of the fibula via the popliteofibular ligament
Insertion:
Posterior surface of the tibia, proximal to the soleal line
Actions:
Lateral rotation of the femur on the tibia
Medial rotation of the tibia on the femur
Protection of the lateral meniscus
Insignificant amount of knee flexion
Nerve:
Tibial nerve (L5S1)
Artery:
Popliteal artery (medial inferior genicular branch)
Posterior tibial artery (muscular branch)

Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:06 Location & overview of the popliteus
1:31 Origin of the popliteus
3:26 Insertion of the popliteus
4:00 Innervation of the popliteus
4:23 Actions of the popliteus

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