Rectus Femoris

Rectus Femoris

Summary

Location:In the front of the thigh, along the middle of the thigh.

Information

Group:Hip and Pelvis, Knee
Subgroup:Quadriceps, Hip Flexors
Side(s) of body:Front
Function/Action:Hip Flexor, Knee Extensor

Details

Joint:Knee, Hip
Bone:Femur, Pelvis
Origin:Anterior inferior iliac spine.
Insertion:Tibial tuberosity via the patellar tendon.