| Term | Definition |
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Popliteus |
Origin - Lateral epicondyle of femur. Insertion - Proximal end of tibia. Action - Rotates thigh. |
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Flexor digitorum longus |
Origin - Head of fibula, shaft of tibia. Insertion - Tendon of flexor hallucis longus. Action - Flexes terminal phalanges. |
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Flexor hallucis longus |
Origin - Shaft of fibula and tibia. Insertion - Tendon of flexor digitorum longus. Action - Flexes terminal phalanges. |
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Tibialis posterior |
Origin - Head of fibula, shaft of tibia. Insertion - Medial cuneiform. Action - Extends foot. |