biceps femoris

biceps femoris muscle

The biceps femoris is a muscle of the posterior (the back) thigh. As its name implies, it has two parts, one of which (the long head) forms part of the hamstrings muscle group. [WP,unvetted].

Type Muscle
Latin Name biceps femoris muscle
FMA ID 22356

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the biceps femoris?
The biceps femoris is a muscle of the posterior (the back) thigh. As its name implies, it has two parts, one of which (the long head) forms part of the hamstrings muscle group. [WP,unvetted].
What is the Latin name for the biceps femoris?
The Latin name for the biceps femoris is biceps femoris muscle.

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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.