vádli
Vádli is the Icelandic word for the calf, the posterior portion of the lower leg. It refers to the muscular region that forms part of the posterior compartment and is primarily made up of two muscles, the gastrocnemius and the soleus, which together constitute the gastrocnemius-soleus complex. These muscles converge into the strong Achilles tendon, which inserts on the calcaneus (heel bone).
Function and anatomy: The gastrocnemius has two heads and crosses both the knee and the ankle, while
Clinical notes: Calf injuries are common in sports and can include strains of the gastrocnemius or soleus,
Usage: In Icelandic medical and anatomical contexts, vádli refers specifically to this calf region of the leg.