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Human Anatomy: Muscle Groups


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Muscle Function & Other Pertinent Medical Information
- SEMITENDINOSUS -
ORIGIN: Upper inner quadrant of posterior surface of ischial tuberosity
INSERTION: Upper medial shaft of tibia below gracilis
ACTION: Flexes and medially rotates knee. Extends hip
NERVE: Tibial portion of sciatic nerve (L5, S1)








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