MUSCLE ANATOMY

Popliteus

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Popliteus

Popliteus

pahp ∙ lieh ∙ tee ∙ uhs

The popliteus muscle extends over the posterior aspect of the knee joint. The popliteus gives internal rotation of the knee.

Nickname

Key.

Body Location

Along the knee.

Related Exercise

Leg curls

Usage

  • To sit down on a chair
  • To kick
  • To jump

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