Anatomy of Knees, Lower Legs & Feet
Anatomy & Physiology
Overview
In this lesson, we introduce the anatomy of the knee, lower leg, ankle and foot.
Objective
Learn anatomical terminology related to the knees, lower legs and feet.
What You'll Get
Describe the knee joint, the bones that form the lower leg and the ankle joint. Provide the number of bones, joints, muscles and ligaments in each foot. Describe the arches of the foot, their location, and the points that connect them. Name the muscles that serve as foot extensors and describe the location of the muscles that serve as foot flexors. List categories of muscles found in the lower leg and foot and name the muscles that make up the calf. Describe the attachment of the gastroc to the heel and name the lateral muscles of the lower leg.
The Knee Joint
The tibeofemoral joint is known as the knee. It connects:
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