Vastus
Vastus
Vastus (pronunciation: /ˈvæstəs/) is a term used in anatomy to refer to a group of muscles located in the anterior compartment of the thigh. The word "vastus" is derived from the Latin word for "huge" or "great".
Etymology
The term "vastus" comes from the Latin "vastus", meaning "huge" or "great". This is in reference to the size and strength of the muscles in this group.
Anatomy
The vastus muscles are part of the quadriceps femoris muscle group, which is the primary muscle group responsible for extension of the knee. The vastus group consists of three individual muscles:
Each of these muscles originates on the femur and inserts into the patella, contributing to the common quadriceps tendon.
Function
The primary function of the vastus muscles is to extend the knee. They also play a role in stabilizing the patella and the knee during walking and running.
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See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Vastus
- Wikipedia's article - Vastus
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