Origin
Direct head: Anterior aspect of the inferior iliac spine
Indirect head: Acetabular ridge
Insertion
Patellar ligament which inserts onto the tibial tuberosity
Actions
- Extends the knee
- Flexes the hip
Innervation
- Femoral nerve
Blood Supply
- Femoral artery
Would you like to learn more about the rectus femoris muscle? Then check out the rectus femoris muscle article and video by clicking the link below: Rectus Femoris Muscle Anatomy
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