Gastrocnemius Muscle: Preventing Toe Drag During Walking
The gastrocnemius muscle, located in the posterior lower leg, connects the heel bone to the knee joint. During walking, it contracts to plantarflex the ankle, lifting the heel and preventing the toes from dragging on the ground.
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