NHI Eastern Kinesiology Practice Test

Which muscle inserts on the proximal, medial shaft of the tibia at pes anserinus tendon?

Semitendinosus Semimembranosus Gastrocnemius Biceps femoris

Correct Answer:

Semitendinosus

Explanation:

Pes anserinus is the common tendon on the medial proximal tibia where three muscles attach: sartorius, gracilis, and semitendinosus. The muscle that specifically inserts on the proximal, medial shaft of the tibia as part of this pes anserinus is semitendinosus. Semimembranosus attaches to the posterior medial tibial condyle, not the proximal shaft; gastrocnemius inserts on the calcaneus, and the biceps femoris inserts on the head of the fibula.

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