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Quadriceps tendon
Introduction
Contributors: Cafer Zorkun M.D., PhD.
Overview
Overview
In human anatomy, the quadriceps tendon connects the quadriceps femoris muscles to the superior aspects of the patella on the anterior of the thigh.
Additional Images
Additional Images
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Knee diagram -
Capsule of right knee-joint (distended). Lateral aspect. -
Cross-section through the middle of the thigh. -
Anterior aspect of right leg. -
Front and medial aspect of right thigh. -
Lateral aspect of right leg. -
The leg extension is an isolation exercise.
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