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SENIAM recommended Lower Leg Left

M. Soleus

Soleus (Soleus L)

The M. Soleus (Soleus) is a muscle of the lower leg region. It is responsible for ankle plantar flexion (single-joint, knee-independent), postural stabilization in standing. This muscle is one of 26 with official SENIAM-recommended surface EMG electrode placement. This page documents the exact electrode position, anatomical attachments and a standardized test movement based on Hermens et al. (2000).

Function

Ankle plantar flexion (single-joint, knee-independent), postural stabilization in standing

Opposite side: Soleus R
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Electrode Placement (SENIAM)

2/3 on line from medial femoral condyle to medial malleolus

Orientation: Parallel to the longitudinal axis of the lower leg

Source: SENIAM (Hermens 2000) ↗

Hermens HJ, Freriks B, Disselhorst-Klug C, Rau G. Development of recommendations for SEMG sensors and sensor placement procedures. J Electromyogr Kinesiol. 2000;10(5):361-74.

Based on SENIAM recommendations (Hermens et al. 2000). Not an official SENIAM product. See all references \u2192

Anatomy

Origin Fibular head, proximal third of the fibula (dorsal), soleal line of the tibia Insertion Calcaneus (via Achilles tendon / tendo calcaneus, together with gastrocnemius)

Test Movement

Plantar flexion against resistance with flexed knee (isolated from gastrocnemius)

Clinical Applications

Common use cases for surface EMG measurement of the M. Soleus:

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do I place the EMG electrode on the M. Soleus?

2/3 on line from medial femoral condyle to medial malleolus. Orientation: Parallel to the longitudinal axis of the lower leg. Based on the official SENIAM recommendations (Hermens et al. 2000).

Which test movement activates the M. Soleus?

Plantar flexion against resistance with flexed knee (isolated from gastrocnemius). This movement is part of the SENIAM protocol for standardized contraction verification.

Is the M. Soleus a SENIAM-recommended muscle?

Yes. The M. Soleus is one of 26 muscles for which the SENIAM project has published official surface EMG electrode placement recommendations.

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