M. plantaris longus

Originates by two heads, one from the dorso-distal border of the aponeurosis covering the knee and the other from two tendinous branches along the medial border of the knee joint. Inserts by a thick, broad tendon to form the aponeurosis plantaris.

Type Tendon
Parent Structure pelvic complex muscle

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What is the M. plantaris longus?
Originates by two heads, one from the dorso-distal border of the aponeurosis covering the knee and the other from two tendinous branches along the medial border of the knee joint. Inserts by a thick, broad tendon to form the aponeurosis plantaris.

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