Plantaris Muscle is a small muscle that typically originates at the lateral supracondylar line of the femur and the knee joint capsule, from where it continues distally, forming a long and slender tendon. The plantaris muscle consists of a small, Read More …
Month: June 2020
Plantaris Muscle – Origin, Nerve Supply, Function
Plantaris Muscle is a small muscle that typically originates at the lateral supracondylar line of the femur and the knee joint capsule, from where it continues distally, forming a long and slender tendon. The plantaris muscle consists of a small, Read More …
Soleus Muscle – Origin, Nerve Supply, Functions
Soleus Muscle is a powerful muscle in the back part of the lower leg (the calf). It runs from just below the knee to the heel, and is involved in standing and walking. It is closely connected to the gastrocnemius muscle and some anatomists consider them to be a Read More …
Gastrocnemius Muscle – Origin, Nerve Supply, Function
Gastrocnemius Muscle also called leg triceps, large posterior muscle of the calf of the leg. It originates at the back of the femur (thigh bone) and patella (kneecap) and, joining the soleus (another muscle of the calf), is attached to the Achilles tendon at the heel. The Read More …
Popliteal Fossa – Anatomy, Nerve Supply, Muscle Attachment
Popliteal fossa is a shallow depression located posterior to the knee joint. This area is often referred to as the knee “pit” and may develop vascular, nervous, lymphatic, and adipose tissues as well as swelling and masses.[rx] The fossa houses several Read More …
Calf Muscle – Types, Origin, Nerve Supply, Function
Calf Muscle refers to the posterior portion of the lower leg. The two largest muscles in this region include the gastrocnemius and the soleus. The gastrocnemius is the most superficial of the muscles and has two heads, medial and lateral. Read More …
Parameniscal Cyst – Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment
Parameniscal Cyst/Baker Cyst also is known as a popliteal or parameniscal cyst, is a fluid-filled sac that forms in the posterior aspect of the knee, typically located between the semimembranosus and medial head of the gastrocnemius. [rx][rx][rx] In adults, Baker’s Cysts Read More …
Baker Cyst – Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment
Baker Cyst also is known as a popliteal or parameniscal cyst, is a fluid-filled sac that forms in the posterior aspect of the knee, typically located between the semimembranosus and medial head of the gastrocnemius. [rx][rx][rx] In adults, Baker’s Cysts tend Read More …
Popliteal Cyst – Causes, Symptoms, Treatment
Popliteal Cyst/Baker Cyst also is known as a popliteal or parameniscal cyst, is a fluid-filled sac that forms in the posterior aspect of the knee, typically located between the semimembranosus and medial head of the gastrocnemius. [rx][rx][rx] In adults, Baker’s Cysts Read More …
Popliteal Artery Entrapment Syndrome (PAES)
Popliteal artery entrapment syndrome (PAES) is a rare cause of exercise-induced leg pain. Entrapment occurs because of an abnormal relationship between the popliteal artery and the surrounding myofascial structures in the popliteal fossa. Arterial insufficiency in the affected limb arises Read More …
Achilles Tendonitis – Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment
Achilles Tendonitis is one of the most frequently ankle and foot overuse injuries, which is a clinical syndrome characterized by the combination of pain, swelling, and impaired performance. The two main categories of Achilles tendinopathy are classified according to anatomical Read More …
Achilles Tendinopathy – Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment
Achilles tendinopathy is one of the most frequently ankle and foot overuse injuries, which is a clinical syndrome characterized by the combination of pain, swelling, and impaired performance. The two main categories of Achilles tendinopathy are classified according to anatomical Read More …