Gastrocnemius muscle insertion via the Achilles tendon. The plantaris muscle and a portion of its tendon run between the two muscles, which is involved in "locking" the knee from the standing position. Since the anterior compartment of the leg is lateral to the tibia, the bulge of muscle medial to the tibia on the anterior side is actually the posterior compartment. The soleus is superficial to the mid-shaft of the tibia. 10% to 30% of individuals have a sesamoid bone called the "fabella" in the lateral (outer) head of gastrocnemius muscle. Along with the soleus muscle, the gastrocnemius forms half of the
Bertram A. Bone Bertram A. Bone Bertram Allison Bone (September 19, 1893 - October 22, 1961) was a decorated officer of the United States Marine Corps with the rank of Brigadier General. He is most noted for his service as commanding officer, 1st Defense Battalion during the early phase of the World War II. He later served with V Amphibious Corps during Battle of Leyte and led 10th Marine Regiment during the Battle of Okinawa. Bertram A. Bone was born on September 19, 1893 in San Diego, California and studied high school there. Upon the graduation, he attended University of California, Berkeley and