Bones that move and stabilize the legs
This diagram displays a superior view of the muscles whose bodies travel distally down the leg and assist in ambulation. Each muscle is fanned outwards and grouped in a way to show what functions and movements they contribute. Some muscles have been slightly exaggerated to make more visible.
NOTE: Soleus, Gastrocnemius/Achilles, Popliteus, Plantaris muscles are portrayed with their range of movement for flexion.
Bones that move and stabilize the legs
This diagram displays a superior view of the muscles whose bodies travel distally down the leg and assist in ambulation. Each muscle is fanned outwards and grouped in a way to show what functions and movements they contribute. Some muscles have been slightly exaggerated to make more visible.
NOTE: Soleus, Gastrocnemius/Achilles, Popliteus, Plantaris muscles are portrayed with their range of movement for flexion.