left semimembranosus

Muscular

3D model: left semimembranosus
left semimembranosus
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In 2 atlases

Definition

most medial of the three hamstring muscles

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Relations

Origin
tuberosity of the ischium
Insertion
medial condyle of tibia, medial condyle of femur
Action
extension of the hip joint, flexion of the knee joint, medial rotation of the tibia at the knee joint
Innervation
left tibial nerve
Arterial supply
left deep femoral vein

The 3D model shows 2 origin and insertion areas of this muscle.

Neighbouring structures

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Identifiers

FMA
22449
Wikidata
Q66514496