Select the muscle(s) served by the tibial nerve.
A) anterior muscles of thigh (quadriceps and sartorius)
B) adductor muscles of thigh
C) gluteus maximus
D) gastrocnemius and soleus muscles
E) tibialis anterior and fibularis (peroneal) muscles

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The tibial nerve, a branch of the sciatic nerve, innervates the muscles in the posterior compartment of the leg, including the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles, which are involved in plantar flexion of the foot.

Select the Muscle(s) Served by the Tibial Nerve