In some cases the two heads of gastrocnemius may be unjoined until their insertion onto the calcaneus and with separation from soleus. |
The gastrocnemius muscle and soleus muscle, via the Achilles tendon, function as the chief plantar flexors of the ankle joint. |
The first group consisted of animals whose left sciatic nerves and gastrocnemius muscles were intact. |
This exercise focuses on the hamstrings but also involves the gastrocnemius muscles. |
The tendon of plantaris is still located between the aponeuroses of soleus and gastrocnemius. |
The capsule also is reinforced in front by the patellar and quadriceps tendons and posteriorly by the popliteus and gastrocnemius muscles. |