THE MUSCLES OF THE LEG
The leg is enveloped by three layers of fascia. The superficial layer continues the corresponding fascia of the thigh. The middle layer is formed by the aponeuroses of the tensor fasciae latae, biceps, semitendinosus, gracilis, and sartorius.
Its lateral and medial parts combine on the caudal aspect to form a stout plate that bridges the space between the deep flexor and the common calcanean tendon. The plate receives the tarsal tendons of the biceps and semitendinosus and attaches to the calcaneus as part of the common calcanean tendon formation. The saphenous artery, medial and lateral saphenous veins, and lateral and caudal sural nerves are enclosed between the superficial and middle fasciae. The deep fascial layer extends septa that pass between the muscles to attach to the tibia. It thus divides the leg into a number of osteofascial compartments.
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