SOLEUS

Soleus muscle

Origin of Soleus

Posterior aspect of fibular head, upper 1/4 - 1/3 of posterior surface of fibula, middle 1/3 of medial border of tibial shaft, and from posterior surface of a tendinous arch spanning the two sites of bone origin.

Insertion of Soleus

Eventually unites with the gastrocnemius aponeurosis to form the Achilles tendon, inserting on the middle 1/3 of the posterior calcaneal surface.

Muscle Action/Function of Soleus

Powerful plantar flexor of ankle.

Arterial (Blood) Supply of Soleus

Posterior tibial, peroneal, and sural arteries.

Soleus Muscle Video

Soleus muscle

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