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Gastrocnemius
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Description
- Origin
- Insertion
- Coalesces with the distal Soleus to form the Achilles Tendon inserting onto the Calcaneus (posterior surface)
- General
- Two heads have considerable muscle bulk
- Separated by an intramuscular septum
- Contains both slow and fast twitch fibers
- Sometimes referred to as the 'Triceps Surae' in conjunction with the Soleus
Actions
- Plantar flexion
- Flexion of the knee
Vascular Supply
- Sural Arteries
Nerve
- Tibial Nerve (S1-S2)
Clinical Significance
- Tennis Leg (Calf Strain or Tear)
- Achilles Tendon Tendonitis
- Achilles Tendon Rupture
- Calcaneal Bursitis
See Also
References
Created by:
Chris Hauglid on 9 July 2020 00:53:23
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20 April 2021 23:57:47
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