Insertion: From its origin, the vastus lateralis courses down your lateral thigh and inserts as part of the lateral quadriceps tendon on the tibial tubercle, an elevated portion of the upper shin.

Leave the vastus lateralis intact. Jackson: In the preoperative discussions, what sort of outcomes can the patient expect and in what time period? Tips for tibial tubercle transfer surgery: ...

Contrary to commonly cited theory, atrophy of the vastus medialis muscle has no relation to lateral tracking of the patella and nontraumatic patellofemoral pain in women, according to published ...

The vastus medialis, a.k.a. the teardrop muscle, can be a key to big, strong legs. Here's how you can train the muscle in your workouts for size and strength ...