Locking of the knee joint occurs with all except-
Correct Answer: Popliteus
Description: During last stages of extension, femur rotates medially on tibia due to quadriceps femoris to lock the knee joint. Femur rotates laterally on tibia during flexion.
Quadriceps femoris- Vastus medialis, vastus lateralis, vastus intermedius, rectus femoris. Unlocking occurs with popliteus.
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