Full 2L QBank
Anatomy General be9cf27b

True about popliteus are all except?

A
Flexor of knee
B
Intracapsular origin
C
Supplied by tibial nerve
D
Causes locking of knee
High-Yield Explanation
Popliteus Popliteus is a deep muscle of posterior compament of leg. Features of popletius are - Origin Lateral surface of lateral condyle of femur, origin is intracapsular. Outer margin of lateral meniscus of knee. Inseion Posterior surface of shaft of tibia above soleal line. Nerve supply Tibial nerve Action Ulocks knee joint by lateral rotation of femur on tibia prior flexion. Accessory flexor of knee.

Related Anatomy MCQs

Practice 2,00,000+ NEET PG Questions Free

Timed mock tests, mistake queue analytics, audio lectures & zero attempt limits on i❤️Exams.

Start Free Mock Test Now