Principles of Functional Exercise

BICEPS FEMORIS (SHORT HEAD)

Joint Action performed by the Knee

1. Flexion


2. External rotation

Origin: Femur (posterior) – A. Linea aspera B. Lateral condylar ridge

Insertion: 1. Tibia – Lateral condyle

2. Fibula – Head

SEMITENDINOSuS

Joint Action performed by the Knee

1. Flexion


2. Internal rotation

Joint Action performed by the Hip

1. Extension

Origin: Ischium – Ischial tuberosity

Insertion: Tibia – Medial condyle

SEMIMEMBRANOSuS

Joint Action performed by the Knee

1. Flexion


2. Internal rotation

Joint Action performed by the Hip

1. Extension

Origin: Ishium – Ishial tuberosity

Insertion: Tibia – Medial condyle