Semimembranosus: The semimembranosus is flattened and broad muscle. It is located underneath the semitendinosus.
Attachments of the Semimembranosus
Origin-It originates from ischial tuberosity
Insertion-It attaches to the medial tibial condyle.
Function of the Semimembranosus
Flexion the knee joint. Extension of thigh at the hip joint. Medially rotates the thigh at thehip jointand the leg at theknee joint.
Nerve Supply of the Semimembranosus
Tibial part of thesciatic nerve.
