What are the attachments of the gastrocnemius?

a. Posterior tibia and fibula to the calcaneus via the calcaneal tendon
b. Proximal lateral fibula to the medial foot
c. Medial and lateral femoral condyles to the calcaneus via the calcaneal tendon
d. Distal posterolateral femur to the calcaneus


Ans: c. Medial and lateral femoral condyles to the calcaneus via the calcaneal tendon

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