popliteus

(noun)

A muscles located behind the knee which "unlocks" the fully extended knee joint allowing for flexion.

Related Terms

  • quadriceps femori
  • quadriceps femoris
  • hamstring group
  • quadriceps
  • patellar reflex

Examples of popliteus in the following topics:

  • Muscles that Cause Movement at the Knee Joint

    • Three sets of muscles (popliteus, quadriceps and hamstrings) allow for movement, balance, and stability at the knee joint.
    • The popliteus muscle, located in the lower leg, is responsible for “unlocking” the knee joint after extension.
    • Popliteus - The popliteus is located behind the knee joint and acts to “unlock” the knee by rotating the femur on the tibia allowing for the lower leg to be flexed.
    • The popliteus muscle facilitates this movement by unlocking the fully extended knee joint.
    • Posterior view of muscles of the lower leg, the popliteus can be seen at the top located behind the knee.
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